Evaluating how individuals perceive their walking pace compared to peers may emerge as a key public health tool
A study published in Scientific Reports describes the association between walking speed and the risk of metabolic diseases in individuals with obesity.
Background
Walking speed, together with heart rate and blood pressure, is considered to be a vital contributing factor for cardiometabolic diseases. Studies have found associations between slow walking speed and increased risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality among older individuals.
In Japan, the prevalence of obesity and metabolic syndrome among…