What It Reveals About Your Brain
Research suggests that walking at least one mile daily can improve brain volume and reduce the risk of cognitive impairment. Experts note that walking speed is a key indicator of overall physical health and healthy aging in adults over 70.
Why it matters
Provides actionable health advice for aging populations to maintain cognitive function and physical longevity.
Getting your steps in every day is one of the healthiest things you can do for your body. But your brain is benefiting a great deal as well. According to research, walking at least a mile per day can significantly improve the volume of several areas of the brain, including your frontal lobe, which plays a key role in problem-solving and reasoning. In fact, the study shows that by walking that distance each day, you can lower your risk of cognitive impairment by roughly 50%. The best part? You can walk a mile pretty easily and reap so much goodness.
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