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

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.

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Fast walkers in their 80s cut their risk of cognitive decline by half, study finds
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In a study, researchers found that people in their 80s and older who walked faster than their peers were less likely to develop cognitive decline.

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.

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