walking
- practice good posture as you walk.
- stand up straight. leaning forward or backward as you walk can put strain on your back.
- keep your head up and your eyes forward.
- shrug your shoulders every once in a while and then relax them. this will remind you not to tense your shoulders as you walk.
- start out slowly. choose an area that's level and clear of things that might make you trip.
- over time, increase how far and how long you walk.
if it hurts to walk or doesn't feel right, talk to your doctor.
current as of: june 5, 2023
author: healthwise staff
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