Walkingis often celebrated as a seamless, accessible, and effective way to get your body up and moving.

That’s why we spoke with an expert who shares the most harmful walking habits you should quit now.

Habits like over-striding and slouching can place excess strain on your muscles and joints, causing pain or injury.

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“This can lead to issues like shin splints, plantar fasciitis, and knee pain.”

This harmful habit can mess up your balance and cause unwanted strain.

“This can lead to issues like shoulder pain, tendonitis, and poor posture.”

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Landing on your heels.

“This jarring motion can cause shin splints and joint inflammation, especially on hard surfaces.”

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