Does Using a Weighted Vest for Walking Really Give You a Better Workout?
Walking with a weight vest is much like wearing a rucksack (a weighted backpack), except that a vest more evenly distributes the weight between your chest and back, rather than putting it all behind ...
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Robotic shorts make walking, jogging easier with 18% less energy use for seniors
WalkON is a pair of soft robotic shorts designed to enhance walking efficiency for older individuals by assisting hip flexion ...
What makes walking so great for your health and what else you need to do
Walking can help meet the U.S. surgeon general’s recommendation that adults get at least 2 1/2 hours of moderate-intensity physical activity every week. This helps lower the risk of heart disease, ...
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How Walking More Could Add 11 Years to Your Life
In the U.S., the least active 25% of the population over 40 could add 11 years to their average life expectancy if they were ...
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He survived childhood in Liberian civil war, now Atlantic City man focuses on medical aid
Atlantic City resident Eli Gbayee survived a harrowing childhood in the First Liberian Civil War. Now, he focuses on ...
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5 Genius Items That Became Travel Essentials When I Was Experiencing Mobility Issues — From $20
A travel writer with previous mobility issues shares her top five travel essentials for flying. Available at Amazon, these ...
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6 Best Ways to Incorporate an Indoor Walking Workout to Your Routine
Walking as a workout isn't just for the outdoors. Indoors, walking is a beneficial form of physical activity. Find a list of ...
Experts offer tips for picking a mobility aid
Bay Area stores help older adults navigate the challenging decision of selecting a mobility aid, like a cane or walker.