Backwards Running : The benefits of training backwards

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Backward walking and running is recommended for the rehabilitation of overuse injuries and knee joint problems because it increases the strength and power of the quadriceps muscles while reducing compressive forces at the knee joint, preventing overstretching of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and decreasing force absorption.

But that’s not all: according to a new study from South Africa, backward locomotion training also improves cardiorespiratory fitness, while causing significant changes in body composition, and may thus be a useful supplement to coventional running training programmes.

	Author:	whatsnew (whatsnew's profile, whatsnew's blog)
	Posted On:	Wednesday, 26th April '06, 2:41pm
	Tags:	Sports, Sports Medicine And Treatment, Sports Rehabilitation and Training Techniques
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