Stand up and try to balance on one leg. Can you do it? How long we can stand up like a flamingo is an important indicator of general health, especially as we age. It indicates changes in the strength ...

A healthy life is all about balance. If you're older than 50 and can stand on one leg for at least 30 seconds, scientists say you're aging really well, even if you sway from side to side. A small new ...

Q: You recently wrote that several kinds of birds often stand on one leg but you didn't explain why. Whenever I see a flock of flamingos in a zoo, at least some of them are on one leg, Surely ...

Unless you’re a budding yogi, it’s not often that you stand on one leg. After all, you’re not a flamingo. But this quick minute(ish) activity can actually reveal a lot about your physical health. It’s ...

BOSTON - A new study suggests if you can't stand on one leg for even a short period of time, you could be at an increased risk of death. As we age, we tend to lose muscle strength, flexibility, and ...

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 ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Stand up and try to balance on one leg. Can you do it? How long we ...

It’s one of those classic sights that feels like a glitch in nature: a bright pink bird balanced on a […] ...