The new sporting craze of 'Walking Football' may enable people to continue playing football into their 60s and 70s while reaping a multitude of health benefits, according to Aston University researchers.The sport was created in 2011 to help keep older players involved in football for longer and from hanging up their boots before they need to. The game has risen to prominence after featuring in an advert by Barclays Bank last year, with Walking Football clubs springing up around the UK. Games are played at a slower pace to reduce the threat of pain, discomfort and injury, with players briskly walking through matches. Continued at MedicalNewsToday>>
