The ability to stand on one leg may also offer clues about lifespan. In a study of more than 13,000 adults aged 65 and older that was published in 2026, participants completed a one-leg stance test with their eyes open, along with several other fitness tests that included cardio, strength, and agility.
Researchers followed them for a median of seven years and found that people with the best one-leg balance had a 50 percent lower risk of dying during that time than those with the poorest performance.
One reason a fitness test that includes balance may be informative is that it captures what your body can still do, according to the study…
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