Did you know that walking backwards might have these benefits?

Mental benefits:
enhanced sense of body awareness
increased body coordination and movement in space
helps avoid workout boredom
improves overall mood
helps with sleep cycles
motivates you to step outside your comfort zone
keeps your mind guessing
sharpens your thinking skills and enhances cognitive control
puts senses into overdrive, improving vision

And these Body benefits:
increases strength in lesser-used leg muscles
helps rehabilitate knee injuries
improves walking technique and form
helps with balance
burns calories
helps you maintain a healthy weight
strengthens bones and muscles
boosts energy levels
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