Simple 10-second test could predict your risk of dying within 10 years

Health experts say struggling with a simple 10-second balance test at home may indicate increased fall risk and other health ...

You're more likely to die within 10 years if you struggle to do 10-second test

Experts say not being able to pass a 10-second one-legged balance test is linked to a much higher chance of dying in the next ...
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This 23-second balance test more accurately predicts one’s fall risk

SÃO PAOLO, Brazil — Falls among older adults aren’t just common, they’re deadly. According to the World Health Organization, falls rank as the second leading cause of injury-related death for people ...
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This simple fitness test might predict how long you’ll live

A simple test of your balance, strength and flexibility, known as the sitting-rising test, could be an early indicator of how long you’ll live, according to a large-scale new study of mobility and ...
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This Balance Test Can Measure Your Bone And Muscle Health

What if you could easily test the strength of your bones and muscle functionality at home, instead of undergoing expensive tests at the doctor’s office? Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have developed ...

Are You Aging Well? Try These Simple Tests to Find Out.

While there’s no crystal ball to predict your future health, there are a few basic tests you can give yourself to gauge your current strength, power, cardiovascular fitness and balance — all of which ...
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This simple test can reveal if your body is starting to age

Fatigue more quickly, minor temporary aches and pains, balance that seems less secure... what if these everyday details were actually the discreet messengers of your biological age? A study published ...
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3 simple tests that show how well you're aging, which you can do right now

Good balance, strength, and a sturdy gait keep us mobile and independent as we age. How long you can balance on one leg could reflect your health, according to a new study. There are other quick, ...
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If You Can Pass This Simple 10-Second Test, You’ll Probably Outlive Your Peers

Perhaps you’ve already tried balancing on one leg during a routine as simple as brushing your teeth. If you can balance on one leg for at least 10 seconds, rejoice! Chances are, you will outlive many ...
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The One Leg Balance Test: 30 Seconds to Gauge Your Health

A simple balance exercise you can try at home may reveal a lot about your overall health. Take this quick test to see how you're doing! Physical balance plays a crucial role in maintaining ...
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5 simple exercises to do at home to test how well you’re aging

If we’re lucky, we age. If we’re active, we may be able to avoid getting old. Increasing our physical strength and flexibility while improving posture and balance can pave the way for aging well and ...