Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Associations Between Adiposity and Walking Endurance in Adults Age 60-79

Conclusion:
Excess weight and adiposity were associated with worse walking endurance in nondisabled persons aged 60–79 years and predicted accelerated decline in endurance in late mid-life adults. Weight management for mobility independence may be best targeted in obese persons approaching traditional retirement age.

Source: Journals of Gerontology Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences - November 11, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Jerome, G. J., Ko, S.-u., Chiles Shaffer, N. S., Studenski, S. A., Ferrucci, L., Simonsick, E. M. Tags: Research Article Source Type: research