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Incline Treadmill Walk

Low-impact alternative for cardio bursts. Great on days your back is grumpy.

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Add 8–12% incline
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Setup

Set incline to 8–12% and a brisk walking speed.

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  1. Setup: Set incline to 8–12% and a brisk walking speed.
  2. Walk tall without holding the handrails.
  3. Swing your arms naturally.
  4. Increase the speed for the burst so you're breathing hard.
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Pre-set checklist

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🛡️ Back safety

  • •Walking is one of the best things you can do for back pain.

✗ Common mistakes

  • ✗Leaning back on the handrails

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