Quite a few studies have been done on the potential benefits of retro walking, a common term for walking backward.
Participants who walked backward on a treadmill for 30 minutes at a time over four weeks increased their balance, walking pace and cardiopulmonary fitness, according to a March 2021 study.
“I think it’s amazing to add in some backwards motion to your day,” said Grayson Wickham, a physical therapist at Lux Physical Therapy.
“People are sitting way too much today, plus they lack varied movement.” (CNN)
If you’re going to try it, be careful!
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