Hi there
First, thank you so much for being here.
I’m beyond grateful to share what I’m learning with you every month!
Exciting news —
I just added a brand-new treadmill to my SE Portland studio gym space… but not just any treadmill — a backward walking treadmill!
Why Backward Walking?
Backward walking isn’t new — it actually dates back to Ancient China, where it was used to promote joint longevity and even heal knee injuries. Today, it’s making a big comeback, and for good reason!
When I became an ATG coach, I started using backward walking to rehab my own knee — and I’ve seen firsthand how it can work wonders for my clients, too.
It helps restore circulation, reactivate muscles that get “turned off” from too much sitting, and balance out movement patterns that are often dominated by forward motion (think running, cycling, even walking).
How You Can Try It
- Outside: Walk backward on a clear path or gentle hill.
Tip: Bring a friend to walk forward with you as your lookout!
- With a sled: At many gyms, you’ll find sleds you can load with weight.
Pull the sled backward — it’s low-impact, knee-friendly, and scalable to your strength level.
- On a treadmill:
Some people walk backward on a regular motorized treadmill (you may have seen this!). But an ATG-style backward treadmill is manual, meaning you power it — creating resistance like pulling a sled, and giving you even more control and benefit.
The Benefits
Backward walking is amazing for:
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Strengthening your hamstrings, quads, VMO, and glutes
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Increasing blood flow to your knees
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Improving joint health and mobility
You get so much bang for your buck with just one movement — which is why I’m such a fan!
🚶♀️ Want to come walk backwards with me? 🚶♀️
My new treadmill is ready and waiting — and I promise it’s way more fun than it sounds. 😄
Grab a time to visit my SE Portland studio
👉 Schedule Your Initial Consultation Here
Can’t wait to see you!
In health and happiness,
✨ Allison
You’ll get three live themed coaching calls with me a month, nutrition guidance, monthly ATG workouts you can do at home or in the gym and guided meditations.
Head to this link to get 50% off your first two months!
In health and happiness,
Allison Pelot
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