Sit-to-stand test as a measure of aging health
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A simple five-second sit-to-stand test can be used as a quick indirect measure of one’s aging health. This test involves sitting on the floor and then standing up without using hands or other supports. According to a 2012 study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology Health, a successful sit-to-stand test may indicate stronger cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and optimal balance and flexibility – key indicators of physical aging. Health professionals recommend this test as it is associated with potential longevity and can identify areas needing improvement for better health and well being.
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Brito LB, Ricardo DR, Araújo DS, Ramos PS, Myers J, Araújo CG. Ability to sit and rise from the floor as a predictor of all-cause mortality. Eur J Prev Cardiol. 2014 Jul;21(7):892-8. doi: 10.1177/2047487312471759. Epub 2012 Dec 13. PMID: 23242910.