Adults over 85 who walk for just 10 minutes per day could live longer

Physical activity can slow the aging process and is associated with a reduced risk of all-cause mortality in older adults.
Conversely, chronic illness and age-related changes in exercise capacity can hinder the ability of older individuals to achieve the recommended physical activity levels.
A new study involving individuals ages 85 years and older shows that walking at least 1 hour per week could reduce the risk of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality.
The results are consistent with current physical activity guidelines that recommend that older individuals unable to engage in moderate-intensity physical exercise should engage in physical activity as permitted by their abilities.