ARCATA , CALIFORNIA —A recent study conducted at Humboldt State University in California and published in the journal PLoS One found that jogging could help seniors maintain their ability to walk.
The study analyzed a group of participants over the age of 65 who either ran or walked for exercise. They compared that to their physical health over time.
The team found that joggers were 7-10 percent more efficient at walking compared to those who did not jog. It is noted that the joggers ran about 30 minutes, three times a week.
According to associate professor and director of the Biomechanics Lab, Justus Ortega:
“What we found is that older adults who regularly participate in high-aerobic activities -- running in particular -- have what we call a lower metabolic cost of walking than older, sedentary adults. In fact, their metabolic cost of walking is similar to young adults in their 20s."
If you are interested in maintaining your ability to walk efficiently as you age, you might want to consider staying physically active.
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