Walk with a friend

I’ve tried Japanese walking, mindful walking, and “run-walk-running,” also known as “Jeffing.”

But a recent photo, which showed my pretty pronounced “tech neck” (a forward tilt of the head associated with looking down at screens) encouraged me to give another method a go: walking with a weighted vest.

Speaking to SELF, Dr Rachelle Reed, an exercise physiologist, explained that as well as boosting the muscle-building benefits of your walk, strolling with a weighted vest can also improve your core strength and thus your posture.

“It’s going to force you to use better form for you to carry that load over time,” the expert told the publication.

It’s also been referred to as “rucking” when used with a weighted backpack (closer to my option).

I’ve found the “balloon method,” which involves imagining an invisible balloon holding up your head, has seriously helped my running efficiency. So, I figured, why not try........

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