A treadmill for backward walking is disclosed. The treadmill may include a static frame and dynamic platform pivotally mounted to the static frame. A C-shaped support handle includes side portions that may be grasped or otherwise used by a user to stabilize their position, and a cross member against which the user may lean, e.g. with the user's hips or back. A user may press against a treadmill belt with the user's feet, against resistance from a brake, to move the treadmill belt away from the user's body.