Backward walking is the best workout you're not doing

Plus more health news | Email not displaying correctly? [View it in your browser.]( [Health Matters]( [Backward walking is the best workout you're not doing]( By Angela Haupt Editor, Health and Wellness I recently started spicing up my morning walks: Instead of moving in a forward direction, I've been experimenting with backward walking. I could tell, even before consulting any experts, that it was a good workout. Fitness experts echoed that assessment—"retro-walking" is a low-impact way to burn calories, strengthen your legs, and more. [READ MORE]( Share This Story What Else to Read [Why Maternity Care Is Underpaid]( By Alana Semuels Low compensation rates for labor and delivery have big implications for maternal and fetal outcomes in America. [Read More »]( [7 Low-Stress Ways to Start Decluttering]( By Angela Haupt Tidying is good for mental health. Experts explain how to make it a habit. [Read More »]( [How to Get Healthier Dopamine Highs]( By Matt Fuchs Humans aren’t big fans of the status quo. We yearn for new experiences and rewards, whether by seeking a new meal, job, or creative project. [Read More »]( [The Unsettled—and Unsettling—Science of Lawn Chemicals]( By Tik Root Here’s what experts say people should do to keep their grass, and themselves, healthy. [Read More »]( [Why You Suddenly Have Allergies]( By Jamie Ducharme You can outgrow an allergy as you age—or develop a new one. [Read More »]( If you were forwarded this and want to sign up to receive it daily, [click here](. Today's newsletter was written by Angela Haupt and edited by Mandy Oaklander. [Want more from TIME? Sign up for our other newsletters.]( [Subscribe to TIME]( TIME may receive compensation for some links to products and services in this email. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Connect with TIME via [Facebook]( | [Twitter]( | [Newsletters]( [UNSUBSCRIBE]( [PRIVACY POLICY]( [YOUR CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS]( TIME Customer Service, P.O. Box 37508, Boone, IA 50037-0508 Questions? Contact health@time.com Copyright © 2024 TIME USA, LLC. All rights reserved.