What's a simple 10 second test to predict your longevity?

Episode 27 of the Stance for Health podcast, hosted by Rodney P. Wirth DC, titled "What's a simple 10 second test to predict your longevity?" was published on May 7, 2023 and runs 30 minutes.

May 7, 2023 ·30m · Stance for Health

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Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about amazing research about a simple 10 second one leg stance assessment. There are numerous studies that show that your ability to balance on one leg for a mere 10 seconds will predict your chances of surviving from all-cause mortality. The amazing part of these studies shows that those that cannot perform this simple test are setting themselves up for disability and an early death. Who is at risk? Basically everyone who i...

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In this podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen talk about amazing research about a simple 10 second one leg stance assessment. There are numerous studies that show that your ability to balance on one leg for a mere 10 seconds will predict your chances of surviving from all-cause mortality.

The amazing part of these studies shows that those that cannot perform this simple test are setting themselves up for disability and an early death.

Who is at risk?

Basically everyone who is living a regular busy lifestyle.

What does it look like?

Your foot's behind your knee consistently. You're barefooted on a flat surface and your eyes are open. spread your arms out and count the seconds you can hold that pose.

The British Journal of Sports Medicine, published this study in June, 2022 where they studied 1,702 individuals for seven years tracking their lifespan.

What are important principles to keep in mind?

Balance is important.
Freedom from pain is caused by free nerve expression.
Muscular strength is important so you need to eat enough protein and practice regular movement
Your neurons need to be receiving the right information from your eyes and vestibular system.

How can I improve my one-legged balance?

Eat whole foods and plenty of protein.
Move regularly and eliminate the results of a sedentary lifestyle.
Avoid empty carbohydrates and sweets.
Eat plenty of good fats.
Visit a chiropractor on a consistent basis.

How can I safely increase how long I sustain my one-legged stand?

Start small and build your confidence slowly and surely.
Practice standing on one leg with a counter or back of a chair close by.
Gradually increase the length of time on each leg.
Stand on one leg while brushing your teeth.
Use a red-light cold laser on your cerebellum. (For more information call us at 972-802-8812)

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