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 ...

Brisk walking isn’t just exercise, it’s heart protection. A major study found that people walking faster than 4.8 km/h ...

The average time it takes a person to walk one mile typically ranges from 15 to 22 minutes. This estimate is assuming that someone is walking at a moderate pace and on a relatively flat surface. For ...

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Are you always rushing or forever dawdling? Beyond indicating how late you are for an appointment, numerous studies suggest that the speed at which you walk directly correlates with the pace of ...

We all know how good running is for both your physical and mental health – not only does it strengthen the heart and your cardiovascular wellbeing, it can release a rush of endorphins (yep, that ...

Here’s something to consider while you’re out on your next walk: Picking up the pace may help you live longer and age more comfortably. Even better, you don’t need morph into a speed walker to see the ...

Eight trainers explain why runners should include walking in their exercise schedules and how to make the habit stick.

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 ...

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.