"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." It’s one thing to be klutzy, and everybody has endured their fair share of Three Stooges moments. But ...

We’ve all been there before: a crack in the pavement, a rippled or bucked carpet, a forgotten toy, a slippery walkway. Taking a spill isn’t fun at any age, but it can be particularly scary as you get ...

A simple balance test may be a reliable indicator of a person’s overall risk of death and could be useful to include in routine health checks for middle-aged and older men and women, according to new ...

The way aging is assessed is undergoing a shift as researchers uncover a simple but revealing physical test. Traditional fitness measures such as endurance and strength have long been used to evaluate ...

Working on improving your ability to balance is important because it reduces the risk of fall-related injuries—with about 1 million fall-related hospitalizations occurring in older adults in the US ...

Reduce your risk of falling with these expert-recommended tips and drills. From preventing falls to boosting athleticism, having strong balance is key for a host of reasons. If you could benefit from ...

Balance testing shows links between stability, strength, and aging Age-related muscle and sensory changes impact balance Simple exercises can help improve balance and reduce fall risks A new report ...

A SIMPLE balancing test can reveal your risk of death in the next 10 years, scientists find. Those who are unable to do it have almost double the chances of an early ...

A new 30-second balance test is identified as an effective tool for predicting fall risk in middle-aged and older adults. Unlike traditional tests, it measures both stability and endurance. Early ...

Balance is usually associated with dancing, gymnastics, or other activities embodying quick and complex body movements. What many golfers don’t realize is good balance is also crucial for the game of ...