WALKING FORM

Good form

Walking with good form and posture will reduce the likelihood of injury, prevent most back pain, and contribute to proper full breathing.

• Always stand straight up.
• Keep you head up.
• Suck in your stomach.
• Walk with a rolling motion - strike the ground first with your heel, rolling through the step from heel to toe.
  

Start swinging

Swinging your arms properly can lend power to your walking and burn 5-10% more calories. When swinging your arms remember to:

• Bend your elbows 90 degrees.
• Loosen your hands to a curl, don't clench.
• Bring your opposite arm to your foot straight forward, never diagonal.
• Bring your opposite arm straight back as your foot goes back.
• Keep you elbows close to your body.
• Avoid using hand or ankle weights as they can put pressure on your joints.