TikTok's latest workout trend involves walking backwards on a treadmill, but is this viral fitness fad actually delivering results? Everything we know here it is.
TikTok is a treasure trove of popular workout tips and fitness trends, and several health “hacks” have been circulating on the platform over the years.
For example, the 12-3-30 treadmill workout took over TikTok a few years ago, and “comfort cardio” exploded onto the scene shortly after.
The latest workout craze is walking backwards, but does it actually break a sweat?
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Explanation of TikTok training for walking backwards
“Walking backwards” tag TikTok's has become increasingly popular over the past few months, with several fitness influencers racking up millions of views promoting the benefits of unusual workouts.
For example, TikTokers and MMA fighters. caitlin katniss says Working out “gets the blood flowing” and helped her recover from her injury. On the other hand, TikToker Chase M. Bird argued that The training reportedly improved knee health, coordination, and posture.
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Influencers aren't the only ones promoting this new fitness fad. Occupational therapist and TikToker “kali OT” explained that walking backwards causes the following: strengthen knee muscles Increases stability and prevents injuries.
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The best part about this is that you don't have to spend 20 minutes on the treadmill to see results. kali OT says this “just adds a few minutes” to your overall workout routine.
Biomechanics expert Janet Dufec has been studying the effects of walking backwards for 20 years.in interview with BBC, She explained that walking backwards for just 10 to 15 minutes a day for four weeks will strengthen your back muscles, increase hamstring flexibility, and reduce lower back pain.
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“Our study shows that walking backwards indirectly has some benefit for lower back pain, simply because it stretches the hamstrings,” Dufek said. “It's often hamstring tightness that is associated with lower back pain.”
The fitness trend of walking backwards, known as “retro walking” in the early 1900s, has been around for a while now, but it seems to be making a big comeback…all thanks to TikTok.
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