According to McMaster researchers on aging, walking speed could be considered a vital sign of sorts for seniors. Measuring it, they say, can tell you a lot about mobility, independence and overall ...

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 ...

While it's known that regular walking can help you ward off diabetes, a new study attempts to quantify the speed that maximizes the exercise's benefits. It turns out a little extra pep may go a long ...

For years now, walking has gradually gained a posse of devoted supporters who cherish the ritual for both physical and mental health reasons. Going on a walk activates your vascular system, increases ...

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 ...

Dementia impacts nearly seven million older adults in the U.S. But the devastating condition often progresses slowly, making it difficult to know if a loved one is struggling early on. However, recent ...

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 ...

People can walk away their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes -- but only if they walk fast enough, a new report finds. Folks who walk at least 2.5 miles an hour appear to have a significantly lower ...

Older adults who walked just a bit faster improved their aerobic capacity and maintained function over time. The study suggests even modest increases in walking pace — just 5% — can make a difference.

The dreadmill. The hamster wheel. The clothes hanger. Treadmills often get a bad rap, and many runners consider them an inferior way to train, but hear us out! Using a treadmill to practice run/walk ...