It may look funny, but walking backward is a great tool to promote fitness, enhance joint protection, and increase mental ...

Sanchez is level-headed about the practice: "Backwards walking is something that can be added to your normal routine if you are looking to decrease knee pain, challenge different muscle groups, or ...

Walking backwards can also strengthen muscles in your legs and core that you don’t use as much in regular walking, such as hamstrings, calves, and glutes, which can improve balance. [2] ...

Plus, walking backwards quickly proved to be a game-changer for my posture, balance, and coordination. It naturally engages your core and glutes, promoting healthier movement patterns overall and ...

Drawbacks Of Walking Backwards 'Walking backwards is a skill and does take time to get used to, especially if you've never done it before,' explains Barr. There are some drawbacks to consider ...

Therapeutic efficacy of walking backward and forward on a slope in normal adults. J Phys Ther Sci. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.1901. Epub 2016 Jun 28. PMID: 27390443; PMCID: PMC4932084. Wang, J. (2019).

If you are dealing with knee pain, though, you can try walking backwards for about five to 10 minutes three times per week, Sanchez says. If you choose to do so outside, make sure you're in a ...