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Walking is well known to have significant health benefits, but few people achieve the daily recommended steps. Fortunately, mobile health (mHealth) applications have emerged as promising tools to promote physical activity. ...
Jul 30, 2025
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Kaiser Permanente Washington scientists report that higher cumulative anticholinergic exposure predicted a faster decline in gait speed and grip strength among older adults.
Investigators at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology report walking more than 100 minutes per day was associated with a 23% lower risk of chronic low back pain.
Walking is one of the most important things we do for our quality of life. In fact, research shows it contributes more than any other physical activity to how well we live day to day. Yet one in three people over the age ...
May 22, 2025
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Physical inactivity costs the UK an estimated £7.4 billion each year—but more importantly, it costs lives. In today's increasingly sedentary world, sitting too much is raising the risk of many serious diseases, including ...
May 14, 2025
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Even if you're a runner, you may not have heard the term "Jeffing" before. It's a method of alternating between running and walking and it's become a popular way to train for long-distance races.
Apr 24, 2025
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Balance is so fundamental that we often take it for granted, but its importance goes far beyond just keeping us upright. In fact, recent studies have shown that the ability to stand on one leg may be one of the best physical ...
Apr 16, 2025
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Aging can impair people's ability to maintain their balance while walking, increasing the risk for falls and injuries. One method for improving motor skills for walking is through training or rehabilitating gait—a person's ...
Apr 14, 2025
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Imagine a robot that not only reminds you to take your medication, but helps you navigate your home and offers companionship. This type of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered technology could be a reality for seniors in ...
Mar 11, 2025
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Among postmenopausal women with a history of cancer, taking more daily steps and engaging in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity were both associated with a significantly reduced risk of death from cardiovascular disease, ...
Mar 10, 2025
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