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Fast walkers in their 80s halve their risk of cognitive decline, study finds

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Fast walkers in their 80s halve their risk of cognitive decline, study finds

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Fast walkers in their 80s halve their risk of cognitive decline, study finds July 6, 20264:20 AM ET

A new study of people 80 and older with exceptional gaits, finds fast walkers have about a 50% lower risk of developing cognitive decline, showing the strong connection between physical health, strength and brain health. Genes play a role and so do environment and habits

Originally reported by NPR. Read the full story at the original source.