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Ten Walking Mistakes to Avoid - #4 No Arms

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Updated February 07, 2004

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Walking arm motion

Proper walking arm swing

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You keep your arms still at your sides while walking, or swing them without bending them. You notice that your hands swell quite a bit while walking.

A normal walking motion uses the arms to counterbalance the leg motion. A walker can add power and speed by using the arms effectively. Long, straight arms act like a long pendulum, slowing you down.

The cure: Bend your arms 90 degrees and swing them naturally back and forth opposite the leg motion.
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