NPR July 06, 2026 • 09:00

Fast walkers in their 80s cut their risk of cognitive decline by half, study finds - NPR

By Allison Aubrey

Fast walkers in their 80s cut their risk of cognitive decline by half, study finds - NPR

A new study of people 80 and older with exceptional gaits finds fast walkers have about a 50% lower risk of cognitive decline, showing the connection between physical health and brain health.

Crossword puzzles and brain teasers have long been touted as ways to keep the mind sharp. But a new study points to another strategy that may matter just as much: staying fast on your feet.
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