Quadrobics, a new fitness trend involving moving on all fours like an animal, has sparked warnings from doctors. The workout, which includes walking, trotting and jumping, is promoted as a full-body exercise that improves coordination, balance and strength. However, medical experts advise caution due to potential injury risks.
Practitioners claim quadrobics offers significant benefits. TikTok user Soleil told the New York Post she lost weight and developed a six-pack. Sports performance trainer Jarrod Nobbe confirmed it engages core muscles and deep stabilisers, describing it as a functional and playful movement practice.
Despite these claims, doctors urge people to avoid the trend. They highlight the strain on wrists, shoulders and spine from bearing weight on all fours, especially for beginners. The lack of proper form can lead to sprains or fractures.
Quadrobics is distinct from the furry community, though some wear animal masks. Soleil, who wears a cat mask, says it enhances the animalistic spirit. The trend has gained traction on TikTok, but health professionals stress that safer alternatives exist for achieving similar fitness goals.
