For decades, we have known that the way you walk, in particular your walking speed, is tied to your health. One study has even proposed that it be considered a vital sign, much like heart rate and ...

In recent years, neuroscience has increasingly shed light on the unexpected connections between physical health and cognitive function. A large-scale study of nearly 17,000 older adults has revealed a ...

We’ve all heard about the health benefits of walking, but how fast should you be walking? What’s the average walking speed by age and what factors affect average walking speed anyway? We’re going to ...

For most healthy adults, the average walking speed is about 3 miles per hour (mph). However, a person’s walking speed can vary, based on factors such as age, overall fitness level, and more. The above ...

Turning those leisurely strolls into a power walk can actually help you live longer. Science has backed this with new studies and we’ve backed the how to with a decade of coaching, so let’s help you ...

If there’s one activity that deserves its shiny health halo, it’s walking. It’s a low-impact activity that breaks up dreaded sedentary time. It’s free to do, and it even helps you manage everything ...

You don’t need to run marathons or do intense HIIT workouts to maximize fat burning. The secret to doubling your fat-burning potential might be as simple as adjusting your walking speed to hit the ...

According to McMaster researchers on aging, walking speed could be considered a vital sign of sorts for seniors. Measuring it ...

Eligibility criteria for selecting studies We included cohort studies that explored the association between walking speed and the risk of type 2 diabetes in adults. We used random-effects ...

Study results demonstrated significant correlations between fatigue and reductions in walking speed and mobility among patients with multiple sclerosis. People with MS often experience fatigue, with ...

If the shoe fits, walk in it as fast as you can! The Moonwalkers may appear like a simple pair of strap-on electric roller skates, but they are much more. According to its developers, their powered ...