Walk Backward to Save Your KneesEliminate the main source of joint compression force

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Practical Body Science

Reversing your gait fundamentally changes lower-limb biomechanics by removing the heel strike. This simple shift recruits dormant quadriceps fibers and significantly lowers pressure on the patellofemoral joint. Adding just a few minutes of this practice to your routine strengthens the legs without the usual wear and tear associated with forward motion.