05/19/2026
Did you know your walking speed says more about your health than how fast you can win a race? Slow gait speed is one of the strongest predictors of morbidity and mortality. Nearly 50% of Americans experience slower walking as they age — but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Resistance training has been shown to improve:
• Walking speed
• Walking distance
• Stair climbing
• Getting up from lower surfaces
These improvements directly reduce health risks and help you stay independent longer.
At Kepros, you don’t need to be in pain to get help. If you’re noticing your walking speed slowing down — or you want to prevent it — our performance training programs are designed for exactly this.
Reach out at info@kepros.com or call any of our clinics to learn more.
Reference: Jochum D, Siegel S, Plöschberger G, Fenske L, Warneke K (2026). Resistance training effects on gait parameters in older adults: A systematic review with multilevel meta-analysis and meta-regression. GeroScience, 1–26.