Brisk Walking Linked to Slower Biological Aging Process

Recent research from the University of Leicester has established a connection between walking pace and biological age markers. The study analyzed genetic data from over 400,000 UK adults and found that individuals who reported a brisk walking pace had longer telomeres—a marker of biological age—compared to those who walked slowly. This suggests that maintaining a faster walking speed may be associated with a younger biological age. The findings highlight the potential health benefits of incorporating brisk walking into daily routines.