Walking is the Best Medicine

They say a good walk every day is the same as taking an anti-depressant. So if you are feeling depressed, why not try walking? Need an extra workout? Walking backward is all the rage in China. You could also try a weight vest, speed walking, or Nordic Walking for a more intense workout.

Why Backward Running is Better Than Forward Running

By Cari Haus On January 28, 2009 Under Backward Walking

Backward running offers the following advantages over forward running:

1. Better oxygenation (84% VO2 in backward running vs. 60% VO2 in forward running)

2. Cardiovascular system increases (184 pl/mn vs. 162 pl/mn)

3. Higher burn (one third) more calories than forward running

4. Develops considerable balance, velocity, and stamina

5. Works more quadriceps than forward running

6. Reduces the ground impact

7. Promotes a greater flexibility of the body, and

8. Reduces the risk of injury.

One comment - add yours

March 14, 2009

such a interesting post I read in this journal, respetc!

I Luv Walking