It might seem like a harmless party trick or a childhood game, but balancing on one leg for just ten seconds could reveal far ...

As we age, we tend to (rightfully) put all the focus on maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine. However, some of the most unexpected changes can come in how we safely move around and go about ...

Standing on one leg requires the brain to integrate information from the eyes, the vestibular system in the inner ear, and the somatosensory system, which senses body position and ground contact.

Got a minute? If so, you may be able to judge your risk of having stroke. Stand on one leg and see how long you can keep your balance. Researchers in Japan found that people who were unable to stand ...

Balance is so fundamental that we often take it for granted, but its importance goes far beyond just keeping us upright. In fact, recent studies have shown that the ability to stand on one leg may be ...

*According to a new study conducted by Brazilian researchers, if you can’t balance on one foot for 10 seconds you’re twice as likely to die in the next decade. “If you are younger than 70 years, you ...

When you think of leg day, you might automatically picture yourself profusely sweating as you drop into a squat, lower into a deadlift, or glide into a hip thrust. Just make sure you don’t sleep on ...

Balance is so fundamental that we often take it for granted, but its importance goes far beyond just keeping us upright. In fact, recent studies have shown that the ability to stand on one leg may be ...