Why you should be WALKING BACKWARDS for ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF

[@arthritisadventure]

⚠ IMPORTANT: If attempting walking backwards, please use support such as a stable kitchen counter or the assistance of another person to ensure safety. Also make sure the path you are walking is free of obstacles ⚠

[@walterschilling4512]

I can attest to this , ellipitical 15 minutes backwards , 15 minutes forward everyday and I get up the hiking trails with no knee or back problems

[@bluewaters3100]

I am 70 and have been walking backwards for the past year. My hips and knees hurt so bad at one time that I could not lay down comfortably to sleep. Within three days of backwards walking I had no more pain when I laid down at night. I walk to the local middle school field and walk around the track. People sometimes ask me why I am doing it so I tell them. Another thing I use is an ointment called "Rub on Relief" by Living Well.

[@arthritisadventure]

Walking backwards, as simple as it seems, can be so effective. Thank you for sharing and I’m so happy it’s working for you.

[@paulgovan3507]

Walking or slow running backwards up quite steep inclines/hills is especially brilliant for many reasons that'll soon become obvious as you get used to it and find you can't live without it(possibly literally!!). I try to do it outside on public paths in low-traffic areas either barefoot or almost barefoot(in the woods ! ) - wearing just old-ish socks that are starting to wear out. To avoid falling over, beginners should focus on raising their heels higher than normal as they heave each leg backwards at the end of every stride or retro-stride - just before the foot touches the ground. And retro-walking-jogging-running also uses significantly more energy/calories than "normal" boring non-retro walking-jogging-running. The list of benefits is very long indeed. Of course, top football/soccer players etc have been doing it in long serried lines on training grounds for many many decades... Paul G

[@The_Gimmick_of_Specific]

Great content! I recently started walking backwards and notice the relief on my joints. Plus definitely feels good to engage otherwise ignored muscles. Just subscribed, thanks!

[@arthritisadventure]

That is so awesome! It’s amazing how just a simple change can make a difference!

[@beautyRest1]

I walk backwards twice a week , it’s exhausting, but I like it and feel good, I’m 66 years old in good health!

[@cockamamy]

Is it more tiring than walking forward? Any idea why that is?

[@aideperez-pena7716]

Thank you Alyssa for the great information.

[@arthritisadventure]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@writehandman2833]

Thank you. Great content in a short, concise video. I didn't have to endure 25 minutes of jabber to distill 4 minutes of content. Straight to the point and very useful.

[@arthritisadventure]

👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@janethall3272]

I like to include reverse and lateral walking in between sets or circuits during a group fitness workout, for active recovery. Glad to see it emphasized here!

[@arthritisadventure]

yes! so glad you were already doing that! it can be so beneficial

[@paulgovan3507]

Lateral walking stints in the "retro-fartlek" mix - yep, Me-Too ! It's not exactly walking - but we "lateral thinkers" aka crazy people know what we mean. Again - it's all even better walking or slow-running backwards up steep-ish inclines or hills(not just more muscle power needed but far less impact on the spine and on all bones between the foot and the spine(the polar opposite is true of course when running, jogging or hurtling downhill...) Paul G

[@paintbynumbermonalisa4187]

I did notice that walking backwards removed the slight pain I feel when walking forward, I will be doing this at home and if walking on a deserted park 😂

[@kloutdiva]

I’m here Walking backwards as I’m watching a video with your video at same time

[@arthritisadventure]

I love it!!!

[@owenduck]

Backwards uphill is even better. Backwards uphill with farmers carry even better again.

[@karentalbot1596]

Thank you for this video! I started actually running backwards and find that it makes a big difference. Thanks again for all of your great videos!

[@arthritisadventure]

You're so welcome!

[@D__Lee]

I try to walk 6 miles outside every other day, but it's been getting painful with my L3 back compression fracture, and back and knee arthritis. I recently started backward walking on the treadmill at my gym. I do 5-minutes of backward treadmill (dead mill) walking at the start of my weightlifting workout and 5-minutes at the end. I've been pleasantly surprised that my back and knee pains have diminished after my workouts. I wish I had started doing this years ago.

[@arthritisadventure]

I’m glad it’s been helping! Sometimes your body just needs a little variety

[@paulgovan3507]

I did start doing it out of pure instinct, intuition and curiosity many years ago - long before I finally decided to search the web to see if any other "crazy" people anywhere on the planet were intelligent enough to be doing the same. Boy - I was very surprised to discover that there are millions of intelligent forward-thinking retro-crazies like us out there worldwide but "retros" are still so rare a sight that you're almost as unlikely to see an alien out jogging - forwards or backwards - than a fellow human walking-jogging-running backwards down or up the street. Paul G

[@geoffreykuhn9559]

I have knee pain in both knees.Will give it a go

[@debashisray4265]

Careful, walk backwards on grass not on metalled or paved roads. People tend to lose balance and fall backward. Hitting the back of the head with a fall on a hard surface may cause serious problems in old people.

[@arthritisadventure]

correct, safety is absolutely key

[@wendigo53]

I'm lucky, they just paved an old rail path, so my path is straight and flat, no cracks (yet). When I started, I wore my bike helmet (my only helmet), but I'm pretty confident now.

[@jackrichards7338]

I love it, my knee paid just goes away when doing it. I get some funny looks but who cares 😆

[@arthritisadventure]

hey, sometimes the weird looks are worth it!

[@mahadevvinay1632]

​@@arthritisadventure 😊😊

[@NewWorldDAO]

Walk forward and backwards in front of the TV. No morning for treadmill.

[@viviennixon3426]

Hi Alyssa I have just found you.. Great videos and information!

[@arthritisadventure]

Thanks for watching!

[@TrishCanyon8]

My hall is 5 feet wide and largely deserted. I can walk forward then backwards the hall length. I use a small mirror for backwards.

[@arthritisadventure]

that's great!

[@wendigo53]

Thanks! If I try *_running_* backwards outdoors a long way on concrete (farther than 10 steps on grass), I'll put a back-up mirror on my bicycle helmet.

[@Rusty-Hinge]

If I run backwards fast enough, can I go back to the 1970’s, when my knees, life in general and music were sooooo much better.

[@arthritisadventure]

potentially!!

[@Rusty-Hinge]

@@arthritisadventure 😁

[@russelladey4358]

Great post

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad you think so!!

[@davidbuchanan6943]

I have been walking 🚶 backwards for about a month now. I have arthritis on my knees etc.David. Scotland UK

[@arthritisadventure]

Has it helped your knees?

[@sallymorgan6453]

is reversing the direction on the elliptical the same motion as backwards walking?

[@missytamik9209]

I love walking down hill and uphill backwards, easier on my shins!

[@arthritisadventure]

Thanks for sharing.

[@kathy6937]

My dad struggles with arthritis pain. Definitely gonna tell him about this tip, thank you!

[@arthritisadventure]

Awesome! Definitely safety is a big focus here so making sure he’s safe when first trying is key!

[@grgmj1980]

I’ve been walking backwards for 2 weeks now and my lower back pain is gone along with 50% of my knee pain.

[@arthritisadventure]

That’s amazing!

[@grgmj1980]

@@arthritisadventure I finally got my wife to join me. Today will be her first session.

[@marybethklotz6792]

I’d love to see some pool exercises.

[@angelabaker6504]

Ive been doing this it realy does help .

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad to hear it!

[@barbaramartinez7871]

Love your videos. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@arthritisadventure]

My pleasure! Glad they are helpful!

[@stephenswistchew7720]

I have gout and since walking backwards my gout is now tuog 😂😂😂😂😂

[@kalyanisk8008]

Can we do backwards walking on a flat tread mill Or the slanted treadmill is am mandotary. Thanks👍🙏❤️

[@arthritisadventure]

Safety is extremely important.

[@neelampanjwani88]

Amazing

[@kedarbali5438]

I have pain exactly behind the knee, that may be musale imbalance. so can I walk reverse ?? please advise. thanks

[@andrewhadjimichael9616]

Is it more useful to walk backwards than cycling?

[@terrytari1891]

Dr Kuhn: When I go to the gym, I ride the stationary bikes & I peddle backwards. Dr Kuhn, does that help my legs, like walking backwards?

[@zenzeleluckymtshali8433]

good morning

[@AR-82]

How much distance is recommended to jog backwards ?

[@ksmoove3744]

I walking backwards for weight loss and side to side

[@arthritisadventure]

Nice!

[@christinamontemayor1215]

Just found this video. I have osteoarthritis in my left hip. I’m looking for something to help strengthen my glutes and relieve my pain. Can you get the same benefits walking backwards on a treadmill?

[@michellepeters6532]

What about exorcising backwards on elliptical or stationary biking? Can this too have a positive effect??

[@arthritisadventure]

You will find more benefit walking but may also feel some benefit on the elliptical if it feels okay

[@user-on7zd8yi8g]

Exorcising sounds scary though 😂

[@michellepeters6532]

@@user-on7zd8yi8g lol!!! I totally missed that spelling! I’m blaming auto correct!😂😂😂😂

[@wendigo53]

@@user-on7zd8yi8g Keep the demons at bay

[@Woowoooph]

Coming from being an athlete (50 km running a week, fencing, dancing, pilates) an agonizing groin pain turned me into a couch potato in three years. MRI-scans didn't show any hip arthritis. Other specialists couldn't help me either. Strange thing is: I can walk uphill (or upstairs) without pain. Downhill or downstairs is impossible; shooting pains. Walking backwards downhill though, is painfree. Anyone an idea what is the cause of my pain?

[@stephenswistchew7720]

I am dislexic I thought it said I’m walking backwards for Christmas I have a song. By the goons on this subject 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 but it makes sense in six months after walking backwards it will be Christmas again 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@5ThWard_Tx.]

Is there any benefits to doing the farmers walk backwards?

[@arthritisadventure]

Yes! That would definitely make it more challenging. I also do backwards sled pulls too!

[@carlaryan3018]

will this help bone on bone knees

[@arthritisadventure]

It could! It depends on how it feels for you!

[@gerrygizzygarcia2572]

Will it help lower back issues?

[@arthritisadventure]

it can when supplemented with other strength moves too

[@gerrygizzygarcia2572]

@@arthritisadventure ok thanks got some hip issues to work on heirnated discs as well

[@finleyfendt3750]

IF, IF, you fall walking backwards your arms will not be able to protect your head as it hits the ground like a melon. Think about it. Ouch. 👍👍👍. 6-10-2023

[@arthritisadventure]

Yes it’s very important to use appropriate support to ensure safety when attempting.

[@wendigo53]

A few of us have helmets of some kind (which is more useful protection than no protection). I have a bicycle helmet.

[@jimwilliams4088]

I walk backwards at the gym.

[@paulgovan3507]

...and to and from the gym !?

[@jimwilliams4088]

@@paulgovan3507 LOL. No I walk backwards at the gym for half a lap. This helps balance and engaging the back leg muscles

[@christinagurrola5335]

☺️

[@MoreChannelNoise]

But walking into a Bus is probably not good for arthritis

[@carlitoarceo367]

Too much talking

[@arthritisadventure]

Explanations are important.