Simple Floor Test Linked to Longevity, New Study SuggestsA basic physical movement—one most people rarely think about—may offer surprising insight into long-term health and survival. According to new research, the ability to sit down on the floor and stand back up without assistance could help identify adults at higher risk of premature death. The study, published in June 2024 in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, found a strong connection between performance on this simple movement and the likelihood of surviving the next decade. Researchers say the test reflects several core elements of physical fitness that are closely tied to...
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