šExercise of the Day: Walking Backwards Progression
Today in my SPARTA Strength class at the Malden Senior Center, the āļø rockstar members who have mastered backward walking on the ladder progressed to a new drill: 2 steps in, 2 steps out, then step back. Everyone picks the variation that fits them.
Benefits:
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Lower body strength (eccentric)
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Balance and fall prevention
š§ Brain health and spatial awareness
ā¶ļø Watch the video to learn more!
šSafety is number 1! Practice makes progress!
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