Walking Lowers the Risk of Dementia?

A Simple Daily Habit With Powerful Brain Benefits

Walking isn’t just gentle exercise — it’s one of the most effective, accessible ways to protect long-term brain health.Research shows that even 3,800 steps per day can reduce dementia risk by approximately 25%. As your step count rises, the benefits continue to grow.

According to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), adults aged 40–79 who walked close to 10,000 steps per day had nearly a 50% lower risk of developing dementia.Even a moderate target — 7,000 to 8,000 daily steps — supports better cardiovascular health, memory, and cognitive resilience.

In short: you don’t need to be an athlete to protect your brain. You just need to move.

When Walking Hurts: Understanding Plantar Fasciitis

Walking is a low-impact way to build endurance and support brain function, but it can come with challenges.One of the most common is plantar fasciitis — heel pain caused by irritation or micro-tearing of the connective tissue along the bottom of the foot.

Symptoms may include:

• Sharp heel pain with first steps in the morning

• Tenderness along the arch

• Pain after long periods of standing or walking

Addressing these issues early helps keep walking sustainable and enjoyable.

How Clinic Bare Rituals Helps You Keep Moving

At Clinic Bare Rituals, we support people who want to stay active without pain.Massage Therapy can:

• Reduce tension in the calves and plantar fascia

• Improve circulation to support healing

• Restore mobility so each step feels lighter and easier

A daily walk — supported by proper care and recovery — is one of the simplest, most powerful investments you can make in your memory, mobility, and long-term well-being.