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Walking four times weekly for at least 15 min is associated with longevity in a cohort of very elderly people.

Published Mar 1, 2013 · C. Fortes, S. Mastroeni, A. Sperati

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Observational Study

Study Snapshot

Walking outdoors for at least 15 minutes four times per week in the elderly is associated with a 40% decreased risk of mortality.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Walking four times weekly for at least 15 min is associated with longevity in a cohort of very elderly people.

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