During my parkour session a couple of weeks ago, we did some crawling on hands and feet (quadrupedal movement - QM) to warm up. Then I saw where QM is one of the 12 MovNat categories of movement. This led me to start practicing at home to get the hang of it. Good form is, I believe, keeping your hips low and your back flat.
For my last few outdoor workouts, I have included some QM. For example, tonight I did a set of sprints and then a set of QM. I think the key is that this type of movement is really enjoyable. It certainly feels natural, and it gives me a good feeling afterwards. It may be one of those movement patterns that humans are "wired" for. One other unexpected benefit is that it seems to have strengthened my lower back! Whatever the case, I plan on keeping with the QM for the time being.
