Super movers: epidemiology and biology of a novel exceptional aging phenotype.
Abstract
Although gait speed typically declines with age, some individuals manage to maintain higher walking speeds well into older age. To better understand healthy longevity, we propose a novel exceptional aging phenotype of super movers, individuals 80 years or older with walking speeds comparable to individuals three decades younger.
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Research summary
The paper proposes a novel exceptional aging phenotype of "super movers" who maintain high walking speeds into advanced age. This research is relevant as it explores a unique aspect of healthy aging that could provide insights into mechanisms of longevity and resilience against age-related decline.
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