UP & DOWN ASSESSMENT

What it measures Longevity.

How to do it Lower yourself from standing to sitting cross-legged on the floor. Then get back up. The maximum score is 10 – five points for sitting, five for standing back up. Lose a point each time you use a hand or knee for support, and half a point for each wobble. Results ‘In a study of 51-80 year-olds, those with the lowest score were five to six times more likely to die in the next six years than those with the highest,’ says physiotherapist Sammy Margo. Life boost Don’t panic if you scored low – take it as a sign you need to make changes now. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity a week. Keep practising. It’s easier to get a higher score if you repeat regularly.