this morning #1429.

this morning, when i first arrived at the park, there was a dude walking backwards around the track. not fast. it was weird but i assumed that he had his reasons. i had to know what they were. i approached with a friendly wave & a “hey, neighbor.” he waved back & kept walking so i followed alongside. inquired about his unique exercise technique. he explained as he walked. told me how, when he lived in NYC, he’d see these chinese dudes walking backwards. everyday routine. just like me, he was curious so he asked. they told him that walking backwards has a ton of health benefits. he decided to try for himself. felt better within days. it sounded like total bull to me. i nodded along & took a few steps back.