In general, changes in walking pace and gait may be considered a potential early sign of cognitive decline. The individuals took a timed walking test, and the speediest 9% were deemed “super movers”. After an average follow-up period of 4.4 years, “super movers” saw less memory loss, better cognition scores, and a lower likelihood of developing dementia. AdvertisementSpeaking to Medpage Today, study author Dr Joe Verghese said: “Super movers appear to represent an exceptional ageing phenotype, with a lower burden of disease, healthier lifestyles, and potentially younger biological age.” “Walking reflects the integrated function of multiple systems, including the brain, cardiovascular system, muscles, and sensory pathways,” he said.