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Walking backward outside or on a treadmill may look funny, but it could improve ones physical or neurological health.

Head into any gym, and you may find someone walking backward on a treadmill. While some may be employing reverse motion as part of a physical therapy regimen, others may be doing so to boost their physical fitness and overall health, according to CNN. “I think it’s amazing to add in some backwards motion to your day. People are sitting way too much today, plus they lack varied movement,” said Grayson Wickham, a physical therapist at Lux Physical Therapy and Functional Medicine in New York ...

Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain.

Head into any gym, and you may find someone walking backward on a treadmill or pedaling in reverse on an elliptical machine.

Active stretching is different than both dynamic and static stretching. This guide explains how to do it, the benefits, and moves to add to your routine.

Planks are a great exercise for strengthening your core, but what muscles do they actually work? This article explains the benefits of planks, which muscles they target, and the three most effective variations, so you can get the most out of your workouts.

According to trainers and physical therapists, a full-body stretch is something we should all be doing every day. Here are 10.

New York Times: Making a few mid-life tweaks can set you up for long-term mobility.

Making a few tweaks to your fitness habits – and mindset – as you hit middle age can set you up for long-term mobility with less pain.

Making a few tweaks to your fitness habits — and mind-set — as you hit middle age can set you up for long-term mobility with less pain.