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I have cerebral palsy. My walking endurance is limited to about a mile. I suppose this would be a good way to extend that (at least, on a treadmill). I see t
by wing-_-nuts 5y ago
I have cerebral palsy. My walking endurance is limited to about a mile. I suppose this would be a good way to extend that (at least, on a treadmill). I see this as sort of like doing 'cheater' pullups where you're pulling in at an angle and letting your legs support some of your weight. You're still exercising the same muscle groups as walking, but it's easier. If you can only walk for 15 minutes normally, you might be able to do the full recommended 30 with this.
Of course, you could always just switch exercises if you're looking for generic cardio. A lot of folks that can't walk well can easily use a stationary bike, but that's not going to work the same muscle groups.
- falcolas 5y agoThe "fat person walk" or "penguin walk" is also quite energy efficient, where the body weight is moved between feet in a much more exaggerated fashion. Ironically, it's also safer on slick ice.