As we get older and lose some of our strength, we're more prone to trips and falls. One way of gauging our fall risk is by doing the single-leg balance test, which requires you to stand on one leg for as long as possible.
Dr Andy Fata-Chan, a doctor of physical therapy and founder of Moment Physical Therapy and Performance, says a middle-aged adult should be able to do this for around 45-60 seconds.
