{"id":361,"date":"2025-04-11T15:03:16","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T15:03:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.troop956.com\/?p=361"},"modified":"2025-04-17T19:24:37","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T19:24:37","slug":"this-simple-move-should-be-easy-for-under-30s-can-you-manage-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.troop956.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/11\/this-simple-move-should-be-easy-for-under-30s-can-you-manage-it\/","title":{"rendered":"This simple move should be easy for under 30s \u2014 can you manage it?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s a \u2018big red flag\u2019 if you fail (Picture: Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s takes just a matter of seconds to determine if you\u2019re as fit<\/a> and healthy<\/a> as you should be for you age.<\/p>\n

But this test isn\u2019t about long you can run<\/a> for, or how many sit ups<\/a> you can do, it\u2019s much simpler.<\/p>\n

All you have to do is go from kneeling to a squat position<\/a> in one fluid movement, by jumping from your knees to the soles of your feet.<\/p>\n

TikToker Amelia (@ameelzonweelz) attempted this on the social media<\/a> app, and it hit more than six million views. She captioned it: \u2018Apparently if you can do this, your biological age is under 30.\u2019<\/p>\n

But not everyone found it quite so easy. One commenter wrote: \u2018I can\u2019t even stand up without sounding like a glow stick being activated.\u2019<\/p>\n

\u2018I went to try it, I laughed, I attempted, I fell on my face and gave myself hiccups,\u2019 said another.<\/p>\n

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@ameelzonweelz<\/a> <\/p>\n

The kneel to squat test #couple<\/a> #relationship<\/a> #test<\/a> #physicaltest<\/a> #biologicalage<\/a> <\/p>\n

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What can this test tell you about your body?<\/h2>\n

For Dr Tang, a GP at Pall Mall Medical<\/a>, this test is all about strength and stability.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2018This movement checks lower body strength<\/a>, explosive power, flexibility in the hips, knees and ankles, balance, and core stability,\u2019 he tells Metro<\/strong>. \u2018It\u2019s a quick way to see how well your body works as a whole.\u2019<\/p>\n

Dr Lawrence Cunningham agrees, explaining that the test examines how well your muscles work together to move you from one position to the other.<\/p>\n

\u2018As we age, these things naturally decline unless we actively work to keep them up, so this test separates the active from the inactive,\u2019 Dr Tang adds.<\/p>\n

How difficult should it feel?<\/h2>\n

Dr Cunningham, for UK Care Guide<\/a>, tells Metro <\/strong>that for anyone under 30, this should feel like quite a simple test to complete.<\/p>\n

However he warns that it\u2019s not a \u2018strict divider\u2019. <\/p>\n

\u2018Younger people might find this test easier because they tend to have more muscle strength and flexibility<\/a>,\u2019 he says. \u2018However, I\u2019ve seen plenty of over 30s and even many over 50s who maintain excellent fitness levels and can perform this test with ease.\u2019<\/p>\n

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The test is a good indicator of mobility and you should be able to complete it under 30 years old (Picture: Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

There are of course some groups of people who will struggle with this test, even if they are younger.<\/p>\n

\u2018People with joint issues, injuries, excess weight, or a sedentary lifestyle might find it hard,\u2019 Dr Tang explains. \u2018Not being used to explosive movement or lacking coordination can make it tricky too.\u2019<\/p>\n

Are tests like this effective?<\/h2>\n

\u2018These tests mimic real-life movements and show how well your body handles basic tasks,\u2019 Dr Tang says. \u2018They\u2019re easy to do anywhere and often reveal issues before you feel them day to day.\u2019<\/p>\n

He adds that you should always approach these tests with caution if you have any health concerns, and seeing a doctor is better than overexerting yourself. Health screenings<\/a> are a much more comprehensive alternative.<\/p>\n

Dr Cunningham adds that these tests can be a great indicator of your muscle strength and endurance which can prove to be important indicators of your overall health.<\/p>\n

What if you fail this test?<\/h2>\n

If you can\u2019t do this test successfully, Dr Tang says it could be a sign you\u2019re \u2018losing strength or mobility, possibly from inactivity or poor movement habits\u2019.<\/p>\n

If you are under 30, and struggle to complete it or fail the test completely, he adds this is a \u2018big red flag\u2019.<\/p>\n

\u2018Your body should still be in top condition, so struggling here likely means you\u2019re too inactive or lacking strength and flexibility,\u2019 he says. \u2018Time to move more, build strength, and improve mobility before it becomes a long-term issue.\u2019<\/p>\n

Dr Cunningham suggests strength training<\/a> or yoga<\/a> as a good starting point to help improve your strength.<\/p>\n

So, will you give it a go?<\/p>\n

Do you have a story to share?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@Metro.co.uk<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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