Walking has been embraced as an affordable, accessible and that everyone can benefit from. You likely only think of moving forward when heading out for a walk, but what if I told you that next time you lace up those sneakers, you should turn around and walk backward? Backward walking also called retro-walking is exactly what it sounds like: the act of walking in reverse. It involves walking backward while maintaining and balance.
The movement engages different muscles than forward walking, , hamstrings and and stretching the quads and hips. Walking backward has benefits beyong toning, too. It can help improve coordination and is a great way to switch up your workout routine and challenge your mind and body in a new way.
Here are even more reasons to add it to your routine. Backward walking offers a nice change of pace to your regular walking routine, keeping things interesting and preventing boredom. By challenging your body to move in an unfamiliar way, you are training your brain and muscles to adapt quickly.
“Walking backwards is not a ‘secret’ or ‘miracle’ exercise, but, it definitely provides some benefits," , sports medicine physician and owner of the in Santa Monica, California, tells TODAY.com. "The most obvious difference between walking backwards versus walking forward is that walking backwards requires more focus and coordination, challenging the body and brain.
” “Different muscles are used to walk backwards and some of the same are used, but in a dif.
