• April 20, 2024

Do not know how to burn calories in an easy way? According to a study published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences When running backwards, they burn twice and improve your body balance.

Italian researchers reveal that 30% more energy is used when running backwards and the impact of the joints, especially the knees, with the floor is softer, so it is highly recommended for people who have an injury.

People who run backwards step on the tips of their feet and push themselves with the heel to continue the march, which completely diminishes the impact of the movement on the knee, details Giovanni Cavagna, director of the study.

In addition, when performing this reverse exercise the muscles are worked in different ways, which improves the tone and strength of the legs, when combined with a little trot and jump.

Lose weight in six weeks

Meanwhile, a study of Stellenbosch University He notes that running backwards for six weeks helps lose fat and body weight, as well as improving cardiorespiratory health.

Specialists recommend running backwards for 45 minutes three times a week to improve oxygenation of the body and lose up to 2.5% body fat.

Improve technique

To enjoy the benefits of running backwards, you should only take into account some precautions to avoid accidents, such as those recommended in the portal Reverserunning.com :

1. Choose a flat, wide surface, free of holes and rocks.
2. Set the distance you will run back and forth, with a small walk
3. Invite a friend or your partner to run with you, to guide
4. Avoid looking back very often

With these tips you can run in reverse without problems, to strengthen your muscles, lose fat and look a toned and thin figure. And you, do you dare to run in reverse to burn calories twice?

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