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Walking backwards on a treadmill is the latest trend on TikTok, and some experts support it.
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The “hot girl walk” (better known as simply walking, but sometimes without headphones) took TikTok by storm over a year ago, but now some online fitness enthusiasts are trying to get fit It literally changes the trend 180 degrees.
The coolest thing you can do is walk backwards on a treadmill without burying your face or jumping onto the nearby exercise equipment. And in that clip, Approximately 2 million views.
But fitness experts aren't disgusted by this backwards or retro walking trend. In fact, some people find great value in it.
“Walking backwards strengthens muscles in your knees that you don't use on a daily basis.” said @Kali.Otan occupational therapist who preaches working out.
“This increases the stability of the knee and prevents all kinds of injuries,” she added.
Survey from 2019 It has even been found that so-called “retrowalking” is beneficial for people with knee osteoarthritis.
Personal trainer Michael Hamlin says you don't have to do the awkward movements for long periods of time to be effective. He added that it can be done in short waves instead and is also great for training the quadriceps.
“Additionally, walking backwards requires the body to make atypical movements, which may improve balance and proprioception, and enhance spatial awareness and coordination,” Hamlin says. told Bustle.
He also boasted that there could be “cognitive benefits” to walking backwards as well.
“It requires increased focus and concentration, and it can stimulate the brain,” Hamlin added.
Other experts, including physical therapist Grayson Wickham of Lux Physical Therapy and Functional Medicine in New York City, say retro walking can prevent a lot of everyday stress on your body.
“The body adapts to the positions, movements, and postures you do most often,” Wickham told CNN.
“This causes muscles and joints to stiffen, causing joint compensation, leading to joint wear and tear, and pain and injury. It will be more beneficial.”
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