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The Backward-Based Movements You Need To Propel Your Joint Health
These movements are unbelievably simple and effective!
Do you want a fun and simple way to add variety to your workouts and elevate the associated health benefits? Try moving backwards! A major mistake we make when training our joints and muscles is forgetting to change directions. If we’re always pressing, curling, or squatting similarly, we’ll miss out on strength and conditioning gains for nearly half of our tissues. In the same way that the demands of everyday life are multi-directional and dynamic, our training must challenge us in all planes and positions. The solution? Change things up!
In the next few minutes, I want to explore a few simple options to get your joints moving in ranges of motions that we rarely train intentionally, yet access daily. Try adopting these techniques into your routine at least twice a week and just wait for the results to roll in! Let’s get into it.
Stepping Back for Stronger Joints
Before getting started, I want to be clear that exercises like the ones below may come with risks for certain populations. If you have severe pain or imbalances, please talk to a trusted health provider who knows your health history well. I can’t stress how important this first step can…
