Test balance after 45. See the one-leg hold time that signals strength—and the simple progressions to improve fast.

A new study that examined the effect of age and physical activity on lower leg muscle reflexes and coordination concluded that participation in physical activity was beneficial for lower leg muscle ...

Dr. Chisholm answers the question: 'What Is A Straight-Leg-Raising Test?' — -- Question: What Is A Straight-Leg-Raising Test And What Is It Used For? Answer: A straight-leg-raise test is a test ...

Standing on one leg seems like a simple enough task. But — as anyone who has wobbled their way through it or crashed out in a yoga class while attempting a tree pose can tell you — it can be trickier ...

It is often said that being able to balance confidently on one leg is a good test of your health. Indeed, research has found those who can't do so for more than ten seconds could be at vastly ...

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 ...

In the world of physical comedy, being a klutz who trips over their own feet gets lots of laughs. In the real world, the more often you lose your balance, the more likely you are to take a tumble that ...

HOUSTON — The inability to stand on 1 leg for 10 seconds or to squat down to reach the floor represent strong early predictors of hip fracture and mortality in postmenopausal women, according to a ...