260: Silly Walking

Maybe you know Monty Python from their 1975 movie Holy Grail. They didn't just make movies! From 1969 to 1974 they also did a comedy tv show. A classic sketch was Ministry of Silly Walks. Turns out, it might've been good for more than just a few laughs. Try that Silly Walk workout. Show Notes: British Medical Journal article You must check out diagrams in the paper!!!! Ars Technica link to video of people being studied while they try the Silly Walking!!! Quantifying the benefits of inefficient walking: Monty Python inspired laboratory based experimental study The classic, the OG, John Cleese as Mr. Teabag, and Monty Python complete with canned laughter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brainjunkpodcast.substack.com