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Scientists uncover why walking gets slower with age

Aging changes how the ankle works during walking, leading to slower steps, reduced stability, and greater fatigue. The ankle does two jobs at once. It absorbs your weight as your foot hits the ground and pushes you forward before the next step – two demands that partly work against each other. For most of life, the ankle handles both tasks without complaint. Aust... [6272 chars]

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