Walking Speed Predicts Life Expectancy of Older Adults

Tuesday, January 4, 2011 - 17:00 in Psychology & Sociology

When an older friend or relative slows down, people take notice--and often start to worry. Although walking pace is a seemingly basic measure to make, it has been gaining traction in the gerontology world as a reliable marker for overall health and longevity for those 65 and older. [More]

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