Walking with a partner may slow you down – new video uploaded to AP Video Hub

In the video, she explains that walking with a partner can have benefits but can slow down the pace for both people. All videos in the Campus Insights series are free for download and use by all AP members and can be found at apvideohub.ap.org or by doing a general search on the Associated Press site. AP members may use the video or to pull quotes for print article or for broadcast or podcast.

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Richards says a study of 70 couples showed that when partners walked together, they significantly slowed their speed. This rate was even slower when people held hands. Richards says that a brisk pace is what is needed to achieve health benefits like weight maintenance and heart health. However, Richards says that when partners are active together, they may walk longer and more frequently. Some 70% of couples in this study indicated that they were frequently active with their partner. Walking partners should keep their pace in mind in order to ensure both people are getting the health benefits they are hoping for when walking.