To go back in time, it might help to go backwards in space. Volunteers in a study did better in a memory test if they walked backwards before taking it – or if they simply imagined moving backwards.

Walking backwards is not a common way to get around, but it can bring some surprising benefits (Credit: Getty Images) During the 19th Century, the activity of "retro-walking" was little more than an ...

Going to the gym is the one time for me to get out of my head and into my body, so I don’t take much notice of the people around me. Something that’s been catching my attention recently, though, is ...

Walking doesn’t require any special equipment or gym memberships, and best of all, it’s completely free. For most of us, walking is something we do automatically. It doesn’t require conscious effort, ...

Taking a lower-paying job doesn't usually sound like a positive development for someone's career. Neither does going on an extended hiatus from work. But seemingly backwards moves — like starting an ...