Walking Backwards improves Walking Forward.

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Walking Backwards improves Walking Forward.

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Walking Backward is the best way to develop walking forward when transitioning from a heel strike to a forefoot walk.
There are numerous benefits of walking backwards, such as improved coordination, strengthening lesser used muscles, decreasing muscle imbalances, increased metabolism and walking speed.
In this video, I will show the benefits of walking backward and also the muscles that I believe benefit the most from walking backwards and how this method of walking will help improve your forward walking.
00:14 Why
00:53 Benefits
03:43 How to start
05:00 Progressions
06:08 Implementation
06:28 Outro
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@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

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@Keep-on-ok Жыл бұрын

I’m going to start walking backwards on my treadmill tomorrow!

@bradicard7884 Жыл бұрын

Been walking backwards for a month. 4 miles backwards 3x a week. Bum knee feels great, quads stronger. Lower back feels great.

@mamalovesthebeach437 Жыл бұрын

4 miles?!😮

@hayesdabney 3 жыл бұрын

Great vocabulary! I walk backwards every day, for long stretches. I discovered that turning forward, then backwards, turning first one way, and then the other, really develops my hips, legs, knees, ankles and feet. For me, this video is confirmation of what I`ve been doing the last 3 months. Thanks for that!

@GrownandHealthy 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it resonated with you! Thank you for watching

@richardv.582 2 жыл бұрын

How far and long do you go for?

@larrywaltman3916 2 жыл бұрын

I have also been doing this for about 6 months. I have also found it to have met all the benefits I saw listed when I first started. The best thing is morning tightness is gone.

@HeavenlyLights 3 ай бұрын

I will try this too

@jacquelineburke1164 11 ай бұрын

I started walking backward about 6 weeks ago. At first I wasn't sure if my body could manage it since I'm over 65. I now include it in my morning routine and am feeling stronger and loving it❤❤❤

@gmeyer6657 7 ай бұрын

Same, all the best!

@jamesdean1143 2 жыл бұрын

This video changed my life. Got rid of my hip pain by walking backwards. Also burns more calories and increases coordination. Thank you !

@gmeyer6657 7 ай бұрын

Been adding this to my 3-5 mi, five days and can attest it has helped my bad right knee. And it has improved my overall balance. Awesome.. 66 years old & fighting every day. Peace & Love from AZ🤟🏻🌵

@bodhi9464 6 ай бұрын

I’ve been walking backwards for a few weeks now. Our older Chinese community here 🇦🇺are big proponents of it and they are incredibly flexible and mentally sharp in their latter years . Always learning and improving . 🙏🏼😎 side note: we do this at our local cricket 🏏 oval (around the circumference) .

@MarmaladeINFP Жыл бұрын

I recently came across videos of doing various exercises backwards. And it reminded me of something I had long forgotten about. Back in high school, I played soccer and of course there were many things we did during practice. One drill we did was sprint backwards up a hill. Taking inspiration from that, I've been running and doing wind sprints backwards. I'm fortunate to live in an area with large grassy spaces.

@TheBrucepix 3 жыл бұрын

My gait is so messed up that I now need a cane at age 50, despite spending years vigorously training in kickboxing. Thanks a lot for your videos. I have tried “gait guys” and others, but you make things so clear and accessible. New sub.

@terrimccann3006 3 жыл бұрын

Check out 'kneesovertoesguy' :)

@markrieke8753 Жыл бұрын

👍👍I use 2 Nordic poles for stability and upper body strength

@christyph3382 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for info. I walk backwards everyday to keep my knees, feet ankles healthy so I can continue hiking, skiing until my golden years.

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. They are very beneficial.

@wandacraig8286 2 жыл бұрын

Just recently subscribed and finding great information that I'm applying to my situation. Born with defects to both legs that I gradually overcame most issues, till the last ten years in which it seems I'm being revisited with major issues. You are giving me hope as I can't afford PT and at 63 I'm not ready to give up.

@paulb1383 Жыл бұрын

Since I started watching your videos (about two weeks ago) my hip pain and stiffness has reduced a lot and balance has improved ! Looking forward to trying this today as I continue my rode to healing and recovery! THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEOS! 👍

@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

Great to hear and thanks for watching!

@chuckstevenson6846 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, I started walking backwards and also coming down the stairs backward. This has really helped my hips and knees

@kirac.1056 13 күн бұрын

Great work - you delineate this idea with elegance and clarity. Your production values are so well-done - beautiful setting, excellent photography and editing. Really worthwhile presentation.

@jazzed6319 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! I just started walking backwards a couple of weeks ago because it helps me with my knee problem. I like doing it outside. I can also run backwards a little. Gotta keep it moving!

@donwyates Жыл бұрын

Since my first viewing of this video, I've added barefoot walking an walking backwards to my daily walks, and feel that it's helped my forefoot walking tremendously. I've also added switching from backwards to forwards, either turning left or right, and looking all around, keeping my focus on a straight path. My balance has always been very good, but feel like this has kept me sharp. Another simple challenge is walking the tops of curbs on the way back home. Thank you for bringing your knowledge on this to the masses.

@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! That is a great routine, keep moving!

@bonjobi2860 Жыл бұрын

top of curbs for balance? I also walk barefoot on/in grass. I've tried running barefoot on sidewalks, but bleeding occurs.

@gregerswerle6650 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this instruction I started to practice backwards walking, not on a regular basis, but when I am in the mood, and there is not so much people around. I feel the effect immediately Thank you!

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@grindercap 3 жыл бұрын

This is some good stuff! Don't wait until you are old to acknowledge this fact.

@GrownandHealthy 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed!

@lifeintheshack2193 Жыл бұрын

Found your channel two weeks ago ,pelvis was out of wack went to chiropractor helped a bit but knew I had to find reason ,shoes for sure and heel strike ,high hamstring was so painful, bought used Merrell lithe glove shoes luckily my driveway is a 1/2 mile long .I am almost 100% got forward walk down and walked a mile backwards today Blessed to have found your channel ❤

@krevstar 3 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic information! I recently searched for improving my knee strength and saw another video about walking backwards. Your video explains WHY it’s beneficial and makes the exercise more important for me. Thanks!!

@GillianLarmond 2 жыл бұрын

I love this. Great information. Due to lack of space, when I walk indoor, I go forward and backwards, not realizing the added benefits. Thanks much for educating me.

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@classynasty9262 2 жыл бұрын

I like the Walking Backwards Up a Small Hill, it’s really a Good Workout 💪

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

That is excellent! If you have a clear path, try running backwards, too

@StormyTunes 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video. I just started walking backwards on the treadmill over the past few days. My knee and hip pain have already been reduced 80-90%. I walk forward (3.3mph/3 incline) for four minutes, turn and walk backwards (1.8mph/8 incline) for three minutes. It is very important to keep your feet straight while walking.

@paulb1383 Жыл бұрын

OK I just came back from the gym and was excited to try this on the treadmill. I definitely felt I was utilizing more muscles than walking forward. In addition felt heart rate up and had to concentrate on balance. Absolutely took out the usual bordem I experience on the treadmill lol As time flew by 👍

@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

Wonderful to hear! Explore all directions.

@EpicRealistTV Жыл бұрын

Wow! I always walk backwards during my walks and jogs. It just feels good, and now I know more about why.

@lis819 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this…beautifully presented and explained…I had spinal surgery a month ago following a car accident and was looking for exercises to get back my strength and, even though I can still only walk a few yards at a time, your videos have been a great help :))))

@MrRezillo 6 ай бұрын

Very helpful; I've started incorporating walking backwards into my regular walk. Thanks for your efforts!

@jerzygawor958 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video presentation. So useful, helping to walk correctly is essential for good overall health.

@danquilty6580 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are unique and extremely informative. Game changer for me and mine, thank you!

@ebradley2306 Ай бұрын

I do this doing laps at the dog park. Walk turning in a circle. Walk forwards for 15-20 yards, then turn right and walk sideways, turn right again and walk backwards, right again and walk sideways facing the other direction and back to the front. I then repeat turning left. Sometimes I mix it up. Was surprised to see how much of a workout this is for my legs and all I am doing is walking. 😊

@xochitllovato7831 Жыл бұрын

I started doing this recently before I looked up this videos I thought to myself I need to try something new to speed up my metabolism

@sw5114 Жыл бұрын

I was just walking through Alexander Pk on Easter Sunday and passed someone who looked very much like you. Should have asked., Anyway your videos have definitely altered my way of walking and wanted to say thank you.

@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

It was me. Say Hi next time!

@sw5114 Жыл бұрын

@@GrownandHealthy Hah! I told my wife and daughter I was 90% certain but didn’t want to bug a stranger if it was not you. Thank you again for your great videos. ( just were visiting from NY- What a coincidence) Blessings !

@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

@@sw5114Never a bother.. It is a small world!

@RayCincy 3 жыл бұрын

This will help me strengthen knees and eliminate pain there while helping correct my gait when walking forwards according to the (how to walk in response to Bob and brad) video. Thanks!

@thank_you2933 2 жыл бұрын

I am in knee pain, dr.said I have osteoarthritis, 6 months and this thing isn't going away, I tried everything, my only way out is suicide, so tired of this.

@RayCincy 2 жыл бұрын

@@thank_you2933 i would encourage you to find people going thru something similar, find a suicide prevention hotline, and just keep grinding. There's plenty of reasons to keep breathing. Stay strong

@trevian9724 2 жыл бұрын

@@thank_you2933 I encourage you to reach out to a hotline as well if you are in the mindset still. The new number is 9-8-8 so it’s not bad (: I wish you love and life ❤️🙏🏾

@otahu26 2 жыл бұрын

This has been a game changer in my knee pain.

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! I'm glad to hear that.

@bamf6603 Жыл бұрын

I alse have been walking backwards now for some time, and people look at me in a weird way. Even police one time checked if i was drunk. But the benefits i get from this just overcomes everything. I train alot. And i have some knee pain, But after starting walking backwards my knee pain dissapeared. Also when I start walking forward it feels like im walking on the moon. And this video will motivate it to do it even more.

@gracehc9356 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. This was extremely informative and I will definitely apply this to myself and also get my children to give this a go. Thanks again!

@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@cap10zomb Жыл бұрын

In high school for basketball running backwards was a warmup drill

@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

Yes, and I did it for Soccer, too.

@JetteroHeller83 2 жыл бұрын

I'm going to incorporate this walking backwards technique on my treadmill. Maybe 10 minutes of walking backward and 50 min of walking forward.

@aidenstallings9287 Жыл бұрын

Decided to be “crazy” and walk backwards today 😂 think imma start doing this every day!

@lvncsr6166 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video!!! TFS

@mikerichter1694 2 жыл бұрын

Backward walking uphill is the best! I do 4 or 5 30 meter intervals uphill for a great pump!

@ThomasFlintVO 7 ай бұрын

Great video! Very clear, precise explantiions on what, why, and how!

@marcuspradas1037 2 жыл бұрын

Great video like ever. Walking with minimalist shoes and when I can, barefoot, has solved many pains. I also started running backward (I think I learned that from the Bioneer) with good results. Your videos are confirmations of what I've been feeling with my body. For my job, I train to jump. I've just started to jump barefoot, a little bit difficult. Anybody here has experience with that?

@neiltamblyn7592 4 ай бұрын

Thanks what an awesome exercise.

@MOVIEKICKS 2 жыл бұрын

Good info! I've seen some of your other videos as well, you have some great content!!! Subscribed.

@aurelienhenryobama5434 2 жыл бұрын

I teach my students to run and walk backwards during karate training. Great

@infinitemind5264 5 ай бұрын

Very clear and well explained! Thank you!

@mikeeoinks 9 ай бұрын

I want to live near this park. Looks like a wonderful place to exercise.

@sherika1977 2 жыл бұрын

6:25 I was waiting for the joggers to go by. They disappeared.🤣 (editing). Great information. I have knocked knees I guess. This will help me.

@pavanguggilam5273 2 жыл бұрын

Self improvement through movement ☺️

@mizukarate 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff. In Karate we train stepping backward into stances.

@hghxmzk225 Жыл бұрын

Great video my guy💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

@jesurunblends 2 жыл бұрын

tour videos are awesome ty

@arlettasloan6453 Жыл бұрын

I used to walk and run backwards, but I called it hitchhiking, talking to a slower friend, and trying to to blown down by the wind in a way that would break my face on the sidewalk. Palmer, Alaska !

@mirandaguastella8716 3 ай бұрын

Meet a man round a lades who looked after and cared for people who struggled to look after themselves any way the guy who was being looked after had a completely flat nose because he only walked backwards and had been knocked down by a number of cars before he was being cared full time for , I was amazed because I had never heard about (walking backwards ) wow to think he was a trend setter is remarkable , this was about 20 years ago.

@sageagbonkhese4091 3 жыл бұрын

Learn how to dance argentine tango in both lead and following. You will be able to practice walking backwards in a safe environment while having fun.

@GrownandHealthy 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I recommend some form of disciplined dance practice, It is the most enjoyable way to stay mobile for overall health and longevity.

@quietmousse 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for these walking videos!

@saranghaeclinic4904 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very helpful.

@maebellerechtman7354 Жыл бұрын

First time on your channel and I quickly subscribed! 🤗

@aaronmurray9257 Жыл бұрын

I had knee surgery back in February and I still notice some degree of stiffness and pain centralized in a very small area in the front inside of my knee. Sometimes it's rather uncomfortable and it pops loudly and then it seems okay afterwards for a while until it happens again so I'll try this for a while because walking backwards used to be one of my favorite things to do.

@richardv.582 2 жыл бұрын

I'm starting this tomorrow! Thnx!

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

I hope it has worked well for you. Thanks for watching!

@janicehurley8618 2 жыл бұрын

Ok……. Great explanations

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@miykel_1840 3 жыл бұрын

Great video

@kelbywright4853 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That was extremely helpful for me.

@susanv3446 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, very helpful detailed video

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to help.

@chrisissun Жыл бұрын

yes it does

@godseaker220 Жыл бұрын

So helpful! Thank you.

@bonniehoke-scedrov4906 7 ай бұрын

Great video! Thanks!

@christophercrystal4449 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff. Could you cite the reference / stidy etc for increasing metabolism, would like to read more about that. Thank you man and appreciate.

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

In the description

@christophercrystal4449 2 жыл бұрын

@@GrownandHealthy thank you, Sometimes I’m blind. Gotta say again how incredible the effect of walking backwards has been for me. Has really accelerated my improvement with arthritis recovery.

@christophercrystal4449 2 жыл бұрын

@@GrownandHealthy also, if you have any suggestions on weighted walking. Like your thoughts on wearing a vest and going backwards or farmers carry going backwards and or combination of those two.

@matthewconner463 Жыл бұрын

🚶🏾‍♀️🚶🏾‍♀️🚶🏾‍♀️🚶🏾‍♀️🚶🏾‍♀️🚶🏾‍♀️✍🏽 very informative work out

@AT-db4rn 11 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks 👍

@ithacacomments4811 Жыл бұрын

As an older adult, I was cautioned to keep one hand on a railing or counter when walking backwards.

@stephenswistchew7720 Ай бұрын

I started walking backwards while in British Columbia and after a week I’m in Calgary and I hope to be in Winnipeg in two weeks 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@frankfromupstateny3796 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding all around video. Lots to think about. I think....we might all benefit from this "backwards walking"...and "knee over toe" teaching methods are getting very popular now. I'm betting someone soon does brain scans on people to test before and after using forward/backward walking to document brain plasticity. Hmmm...that'll be interesting to learn from .

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully, that would allow more people to incorporate these methods into their lifestyle. Glad you enjoyed it!

@josephstropoli1449 Жыл бұрын

Great video just wanted to thank you

@The_Gimmick_of_Specific 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent content! Thanks

@lov2playtn 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting...

@JumpingFlightAttendant 2 жыл бұрын

Best explanation ever.

@maryc6091 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I’m seriously thinking of trying this approach but I’m concerned because I have left hip osteoarthritis and I don’t want to make this worse. Looking forward to your suggestions. Tia

@sandeshkumar2489 Жыл бұрын

Back ward walking has helped in my posture I felt my shoulder blades getting wide, thank u bro. My doubt is in this process should we avoid heels touching ground

@XTheSpartanX7 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing channel.

@GrownandHealthy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@spleenpirate9770 11 ай бұрын

good sir, what shoes do you recomend for this, and walking in general??? thanks

@allinonen.v6920 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice 👍

@kimberleethomas8010 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Idiocracynotjustamovie 2 жыл бұрын

I have a heaviness and stiffness in my legs. Hopelessly tight hamstrings. I don't know what it is, maybe simply arthritis? I've been walking 5-7 miles a couple times a week to diminish peripheral neuropathy and it has worked. Would walking backwards help with pain and stiffness.

@dr204 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your content. I just found your channel and have really enjoyed the videos. I have a quick question: Are minimalist shoes still recommended for rucking (40lb+) on sidewalks and pavement?

@GrownandHealthy 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely. And this is when you really will see the benefit of not landing on the heel. But start with progressive distances. Too much to soon, can thwart your progress.

@dr204 3 жыл бұрын

@@GrownandHealthy thanks for the quick response!

@cburke777 Жыл бұрын

What brand are your shoes?😀

@thebodykeepsthescore2828 2 жыл бұрын

Anybody see the ghost that disappeared @0:36 and 6:20?

@Valyaligh Жыл бұрын

Amazing 👏

@Ramatut09 Жыл бұрын

Sir iam suffering from ankle pain but not reducing since 15days .... Please post a video on that.. Or keep link here

@leonmoffatt5532 Жыл бұрын

Well brother I came across this cuz I was looking to see why my physical therapist suggested I start doing walking backwards and to find out why it felt better after I walk backwards she also has me taking side steps to my right cuz it's my right hip that's screwed up pretty much bow on bone there and trying to get this these muscles in some kind of decent shape so that I can do this surgery on my hip and also on my back weather sciatic nerves go through both of those discs girl collapsed and they're going to put spacers between them and fuse them together but they said I got to get my muscularity in order first have a good one brother and thank you

@GrownandHealthy Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@jagfnz 3 ай бұрын

thanks. I'm 77 and have been waling backwards up stairs - outdoor ones with hand rail to help with stability (i cant afford to fall on my butt becasue of osteoporosis) ; i like your video examples of walking barefoot on grass for the interval work , on flat and on an incline, and i'll definitely give that a try. What do you think about using a single walking pole to help with stability in this open grass field situation (remeber my age!!)

@GrownandHealthy 3 ай бұрын

I dont think a pole would hurt, but it may create a dependency/adjustment to your gait. I would just walk as slow as comfortable and on a prescreened area, to avoid hazards.

@freespiritkaro3414 11 ай бұрын

Yes! Reminds me of the years I spent walking backwards dancing tango, although that’s in high heels and with a lot of complex spinal rotation in the mix. Yesterday on my walk, I noticed it was much easier to train myself for a forefoot strike on a natural surface (uneven, with grass & stones) as opposed to the flat concrete pathway - would you say this could be a good starting out tactic ? Also, gotta question - do You feel that your heel touches the ground simultaneously with the outer part of the front of the foot (where the weight lands naturally) when walking ? Or does it touch the ground a moment AFTER ? Many thanks in advance 🙏