According to new research, an easy way to tell just how fit you are is as follows:
Sit on the floor and stand up WITHOUT using your hands.
Can you do it? (Yes, I am happy to say that I can!)
As stated by lead study author Claudio Gil Araujo, M.D., Ph.D. in Fitness Magazine's May 2013 issue: "non-aerobic fitness components, like flexibility, balance and muscle strength, help with performing everyday tasks". So it's not just about how fast you can bike or run or how many pull-ups you can do--the other components are just as important in judging your overall fitness!
Suggestions if you need to work on this "fitness test": plank!! As I've said it past posts, they're multi-taskers and really work that core strength. They work deep under your abs, into the hips & back as well as other areas ---so get planking! Also add in some squats & bridges. And don't forget your stretches-they too are important in your overall fitness routine!!
(PS: if you didn't pass the "stand test" give it a few weeks & try it again. Even if you can't make it all the way up, maybe you've improved week to week. Don't give up!)
Credit: Fitness Magazine, May 2013
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