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Warpy

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Thu Dec 1, 2022, 02:28 PM Dec 2022

It Sounds Crazy, But Walking Backwards Is Really, Really Good For You [View all]

Yet walking is more complicated than many of us realize. Remaining upright requires coordination between our visual, vestibular (sensations linked to movements such as twisting, spinning or moving fast) and proprioceptive (awareness of where our bodies are in space) systems.

When we walk backwards, it takes longer for our brains to process the extra demands of coordinating these systems. However, this increased level of challenge brings with it increased health benefits.


https://www.sciencealert.com/it-sounds-crazy-but-walking-backwards-is-really-really-good-for-you

Good article, tips on getting started if you have balance or mobility issues. I tried it, of coures, and walked across the room with no problem, kilogram of titanium in my right leg and all. Guess my brain meat is still functioning.
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