It's surprisingly simple but could offer crucial clues about how well you're doing. Plus, how to take charge if you don't ...

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 ...

The one-leg balance test is a surprisingly accurate measure of age-related decline, offering insights beyond traditional methods like grip strength and walking speed, a new study finds. Featured in ...

When it comes to exercise, we’re so focused on aerobic fitness, strength and flexibility that we don’t give much thought to improving our balance. That’s a mistake because there’s a use-it-or-lose-it ...

Research found that those who can balance on one leg for 30 seconds showed the lowest rate of falls, vision problems, and reduced mobility in older age. Experts suggest adding balance drills and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." How long you can balance on one leg may be an important indicator of health and how well you’re aging, a ...

Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and older, with more than one in four older adults experiencing a fall each year, yet fewer than half report it to their doctor, CDC reported.