People with diabetes who get all their recommended weekly exercise in one or two sessions -- the "weekend warrior" approach -- were 21% less likely to die early from any cause than their counterparts ...

For patients with Parkinson's disease, changes in their ability to walk can be dramatic. "Parkinson's gait," as it is often ...

This paper presents a novel design for an articulated leg for mobile robots. The key idea is to develop the mechanism with a synthesis process directed to make the walking operation in an easy-control ...

To provide assistance to the visually impaired, we propose this paper which shows the creation and deployment of an intelligent walking stick which integrates a number of technologies to help such ...

If you are struggling to enjoy workouts, new study suggests the key may lie in your personality.

Researchers were able to use electrical signals to help a paraplegic man walk. — -- A paraplegic man was able to walk again with the help of some advanced technology. Researchers from the ...

Walking slows age-related bone loss, especially in the hips and legs, since your bones work to support your body weight with each step, stimulating them to become stronger and denser, Pelc Graca says.

Walking and strength training are two of the best longevity workouts, but this one is better for brain, bone, and cardiovascular health, per experts.