Rising energetic cost of walking predicts cognitive impairment.

Key Points

• This research investigates the relationship between walking efficiency and cognitive health.
• Analyzed walking efficiency and cognitive health metrics in older adults.
• Measured energetic costs associated with walking and mobility levels.
• Assessed cognitive impairment prevalence related to walking efficiency.
• Increased energetic cost of walking correlates with higher rates of cognitive impairment.
• Lower walking efficiency is linked to a greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
• Maintaining walking efficiency may support cognitive health in older adults.