Physical therapist reveals why walking backwards can be good for your health
Walking backward outside or on a treadmill may look funny, but it could improve one's physical or neurological health.
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Walking backward outside or on a treadmill may look funny, but it could improve one's 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 City.
Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain.
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