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B. Schibly MD's avatar

Walking is one of the most under-rated exercises there is. And all you need is a pair of good shoes!

Ana Belén's avatar

Hello Sayer, thank you for sharing such interesting information. Walking undoubtedly offers enormous benefits, which become especially evident as we age.

I think this is also where one of the keys lies: the lowest risk occurred at a peak pace of roughly 112 steps per minute, the pace of walking when you have a destination. We could replace "destination" with "project": older people still have projects, even if on a smaller scale, such as attending a grandchild's wedding or going to the shop to buy thread to mend a garment. Keeping that motivation alive, which is usually tied to a stimulating social environment, is essential.