For decades, we have known that the way you walk, in particular your walking speed, is tied to your health. One study has even proposed that it be considered a vital sign, much like heart rate and ...

A groundbreaking study suggests that a seemingly minor change in your stride can be an incredibly early and important marker ...

The 6-meter walk test is a quick assessment that measures your functional fitness. A longevity doctor said she uses it on all her patients. Here's how to try it at home. It only takes about five ...

Walking fast may indicate that you're more physically fit. (Getty Creative) Together, vital signs offer a snapshot of your overall health and may help identify potential issues — although it should be ...

You’re walking, but is it straight to the grave? A growing body of research suggests that this everyday movement can reveal how fast your body and brain are aging — and it might even be able to ...

By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. A simple 10-meter walking test before surgery may help clinicians and patients identify the optimal timing for hip replacement and set realistic expectations for ...

For most healthy adults, the average walking speed is about 3 miles per hour (mph). However, a person’s walking speed can vary, based on factors such as age, overall fitness level, and more. The above ...

Total hip arthroplasty (hip replacement) is a common treatment for hip osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease caused by ...

Eligibility criteria for selecting studies We included cohort studies that explored the association between walking speed and the risk of type 2 diabetes in adults. We used random-effects ...