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The exercise that predicts your DEATH: Struggling with 'sitting-rising test' ...
Daily Mail ^ | 12/03/14 | SARAH GRIFFITHS

Posted on 12/03/2014 9:07:50 AM PST by BunnySlippers

No equipment is needed to sit and stand without any support

People can score a maximum of 10 points, with 1 point deducted for putting a hand or leg for stability, and half a point docked for wobbling

Patients who scored fewer than eight points, were twice as likely to die within the next six years, compared with people with more perfect scores

Study claims that musculoskeletal fitness, as assessed by the simple test, can be used to predict death in 51–80-year-olds

(Excerpt) Read more at dailymail.co.uk ...


TOPICS: Education; Health/Medicine; Miscellaneous
KEYWORDS: fitnesstest; longevity
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1 posted on 12/03/2014 9:07:50 AM PST by BunnySlippers
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To: BunnySlippers

BTW, there is a video at the link showing the “exercise” and scoring.

Obviously a test of agility and balance.


2 posted on 12/03/2014 9:08:46 AM PST by BunnySlippers (I LOVE BULL MARKETS . . .)
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I hurt my back several years ago and can’t do that. I’m still kicking. I thank God it’s been more then six years!


3 posted on 12/03/2014 9:10:38 AM PST by stansblugrassgrl (PRAISE THE LORD AND PASS THE AMMUNITION!!! YEEEEEHAW!)
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To: BunnySlippers

Re: Step 4—How can you stand without using your knees?


4 posted on 12/03/2014 9:11:03 AM PST by ShadowAce (Linux -- The Ultimate Windows Service Pack)
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To: BunnySlippers

Zero points for me.


5 posted on 12/03/2014 9:11:36 AM PST by Ingtar (Is this the Ebola and rumors of Ebola mentioned in the Bible?)
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To: BunnySlippers

According to this test, I am already dead.


6 posted on 12/03/2014 9:11:41 AM PST by Lazamataz (It's insanity to support those who hate us, no matter they call themselves Democrats or Republicans.)
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To: stansblugrassgrl

Good for you, SBG Girl! All progress is good!

I used to do this all the time. Today, is was not as flawless. :o(


7 posted on 12/03/2014 9:12:04 AM PST by BunnySlippers (I LOVE BULL MARKETS . . .)
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To: ShadowAce

Look at video at the link.


8 posted on 12/03/2014 9:12:37 AM PST by BunnySlippers (I LOVE BULL MARKETS . . .)
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To: BunnySlippers

Significant risk of medial meniscus injury with that move.


9 posted on 12/03/2014 9:13:32 AM PST by mad_as_he$$
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To: BunnySlippers

I couldn’t do that in my 20’s, let alone now.


10 posted on 12/03/2014 9:13:58 AM PST by IYAS9YAS (Has anyone seen my tagline? It was here yesterday. I seem to have misplaced it.)
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To: stansblugrassgrl

My back is destroyed too.

I couldn’t do THAT if my life depended on it.


11 posted on 12/03/2014 9:14:22 AM PST by SMARTY ("When you blame others, you give up your power to change." Robert Anthony)
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To: mad_as_he$$

To my surprise, my body made impact with the floor rather suddenly!


12 posted on 12/03/2014 9:15:07 AM PST by BunnySlippers (I LOVE BULL MARKETS . . .)
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To: BunnySlippers

What about motorized assistance? Do I get docked for use of forklift?


13 posted on 12/03/2014 9:15:29 AM PST by roamer_1 (Globalism is just socialism in a business suit.)
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To: Lazamataz
According to this test, I am already dead.

And yet you retain more cognitive ability than liberals...

14 posted on 12/03/2014 9:15:35 AM PST by IYAS9YAS (Has anyone seen my tagline? It was here yesterday. I seem to have misplaced it.)
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To: BunnySlippers

I have a personal test I have been using for years: After my shower I have to towel dry as I step out of the shower. I pay attention to whether I can dry each leg and foot without leaning against the shower door or wall.

I first noticed that after a ski trip I had greatly improved. Then I noticed that using my Wii Fit, with the balance board, my performance also improved.


15 posted on 12/03/2014 9:18:38 AM PST by the_Watchman
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I figure, if I drop quick enough...there should be some sufficient “bounce” at #3 to help me back up.

Either that or my knees will pop out of joint and Step #4 will be to dial 911.


16 posted on 12/03/2014 9:21:35 AM PST by moovova
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Very nice. I love tests where you measure your progress. I have been conscious of getting out of my seat without using my hands or pulling/pushing.

It’s all helpful.


17 posted on 12/03/2014 9:21:40 AM PST by BunnySlippers (I LOVE BULL MARKETS . . .)
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To: BunnySlippers

Do I get extra life points for being able to do this without spilling my liquid lunch?


18 posted on 12/03/2014 9:22:13 AM PST by LadyBuck (You can never be too rich, too thin, or have enough ammo.)
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To: BunnySlippers

This test is ridiculous. I am 61 years old, have worked out in the gym for two hours every day for the last 700 days, and I can’t do it.

I’ll stick to aerobics and weights!


19 posted on 12/03/2014 9:22:44 AM PST by proxy_user
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To: mad_as_he$$
Significant risk of medial meniscus injury

Not if you don't have any. lol.

20 posted on 12/03/2014 9:23:39 AM PST by Fightin Whitey
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