There is a long list of benefits people can reap from just a simple walk.
Beyond getting your heart rate up and your metabolism firing, the simple habit of walking has been linked to better cognitive health, a lower risk of heart disease and improved emotional well-being.
But perhaps more important than time spent on the pavement, experts say, is walking speed. And depending on your age, there are certain benchmarks you should be able to hit.
Elizabeth Vogstrom, a physician assistant at EVOyouthful in Chicago specializing in longevity-focused care, told the Daily Mail that gait speed is a key indicator of general health
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