Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi #1149 The 5 Simple Movement Tests That Reveal Your True Biological Age (and How to Fix Them) With Ben Azadi
Nov 6, 2025
Discover how simple movement tests can reveal your biological age and lifespan potential. Learn about the deep squat, single-leg balance, toe touch, overhead reach, and ground-to-stand tests that assess mobility and flexibility. Each test highlights areas for improvement and offers actionable tips to enhance your physical health. Ben emphasizes the significant link between movement and longevity, encouraging small daily adjustments for a longer, healthier life.
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Movement Tests Predict Biological Age
- Five simple movement tests predict biological age better than many lab metrics.
- Failing any signals accelerated functional aging and reduced physiological reserve.
How To Pass The Deep Squat
- Do a deep squat with heels down, torso upright, knees tracking over toes and rise without hands.
- Improve ankle mobility, glute medius strength, and core hip-hinge drills if you fail.
Strength, Flexibility And Balance Drive Lifespan
- Muscle strength, flexibility, and balance together drive lifespan more than single lab values.
- The deep squat captures multiple joints and reveals compensations that predict mobility decline.
