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10-Second Balance Test Linked to Longer Life
9/4/2025
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Story summary
- A 2023 study indicates that balancing on one leg for 10 seconds may correlate with increased longevity.
- Tracking 1,700 participants aged 50-70 over seven years, those unable to balance had an 84% higher mortality risk.
- Age-related muscle mass decline raises fall risk, especially for individuals over 65.
- Experts suggest strength training to enhance balance and reduce fall risk.
