Mayo Clinic researchers find that standing on one leg is a powerful indicator of healthy aging and fall risk. CC BY Star Trek ...

How long you can balance on one leg may be an important indicator of health and how well you’re aging, a new study finds.

Researchers have found a significant link between the ability to balance on one leg and overall health and longevity. Good balance is essential for carrying out daily activities without fear of ...

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More research shows that your ability to balance on one leg can reveal how well you’re aging. Discover the fascinating science for why, and what you can do to improve.

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A simple 30-second balance test on one leg may reveal key indicators of aging and overall health. Testing balance reflects ...

Exercises such as standing on one leg may help patients walk stairs or step onto curbs without falling, he said. “It forces the muscles to communicate to the brain to stand upright.” For those who can ...

People can accurately measure their age by monitoring how long they can stand on one leg, researchers have said. Academics ...