A new 12-year study finds that balance, strength, and flexibility may be better longevity predictors than you think—and one ...

A fascinating study published recently suggests that your ability to sit down on the floor and then stand back up — without using your hands, knees or other support — can predict your risk of death ...

“Getting up from the floor [is] very important if we’re older and take a fall,” said Kostik-Johnson. If you know how to properly get up and get down to the floor, you’ll be more likely to be able to ...