People over 60 can gauge top-tier balance with a single-leg stand test
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Updated · Eat This, Not That · May 2
People over 60 can gauge top-tier balance with a single-leg stand test
8 articles · Updated · Eat This, Not That · May 2
Yoga and Pilates instructor Samantha Barker says holding one leg for 30 seconds or more on each side signals top-tier balance after 60.
The barefoot test on a flat surface assesses posture, strength, coordination and joint stability, while shorter times may point to weak glutes, core instability or reduced proprioception.
Barker says balance often declines with age, especially after menopause, and better single-leg stability can lower fall risk, support mobility and help older adults live independently.
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