‘사망 위험 2배’ 근력 부족…‘앉았다 일어서기’로 측정하는 법

A lack of muscle strength has been linked to a doubling of the risk of death. A simple test, the sit-to-stand test, can be used to measure this crucial aspect of physical fitness. This assessment involves observing how easily and quickly an individual can rise from a seated position and return to it without using their hands.

Assessing muscle strength through the sit-to-stand test can help identify individuals at higher risk of mortality, enabling proactive health interventions.