According to a 2018 study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, our walking speed can reflect our cognitive and emotional state. Slow walkers, in particular, tend to exhibit ...
Past studies have suggested that a slow walking speed is correlated with the development of cardiovascular diseases and an increased risk of mortality in the elderly. The study by researchers from ...
In contrast, negative emotions like sadness, fear, or anxiety slow us down. They lead to shorter steps and a more closed-off posture. Walking speed can’t directly diagnose stress or depression ...