Posts Tagged ‘fitness’
The day your legs decide your future
One moment you’re walking through the house like you’ve done a thousand times before… and the next, you’re on the floor, staring at the ceiling, heart thumping, trying to work out what just happened. A fall is rarely just a fall, particularly in people who have celebrated many birthdays. In older adults a simple fall…
Read MoreHow Fast You Walk Can Predict How Long You’ll Live
When we think of fitness, we often imagine high-intensity workouts or hours in the gym. But there’s one simple, accessible activity that says a lot about your health… walking. More specifically, your walking speed. We’ve all noticed it: People who walk with a spring in their step seem younger, more energetic, and healthier. On the…
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