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The surprising benefits of standing on one leg

What standing on one leg can tell you about your health

The surprising benefits of standing on one leg
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03/04/2026 10:00 ‧ 2 days ago | StarsInsider

HEALTH

Well-being

We've all most probably tried standing on one leg at various points in our lives. Likely depending on your age, you also might find this deceptively simple exercise quite challenging. But the ability to stand solo on one leg for more than a few seconds can indicate a surprising amount about your general health and how well you're aging. But how does standing on one leg boost well-being, and why can you live longer as a result?

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