The AgeProof Assessment consists of four standardized tests of functional strength, mobility, and balance.

Designed specifically for individuals 60 & older, the assessment is used to measure progress and identify areas for improvement while participating in an exercise program.

Each test has been validated for use in older adults, so the AgeProof Assessment is a useful tool to evaluate functional ability over time.

The AgeProof Assessment is designed for older adults to complete on their own, but if you need assistance or feel unsafe with any of the tests, please contact your individual provider or a member of our team.

Purpose:

• To evaluate leg strength, endurance, & balance

Instructions:

• Sit in a stable chair (~17” high) without armrests.

• Cross your hands across your chest.

• On “go”, rise to a full standing position, then sit back down.

• Repeat for 30 seconds, counting the total number of times the person stands up in 30 seconds.

• For complete instructions, check out this CDC flyer.

Normative Values

(Rikli & Jones 2013)

• These scores represent standards for individuals to maintain physical independence.

• More scores indicating fall risk can be found on this CDC flyer.

For more help on sit to stands, check out our exercise library.

Purpose:

• To evaluate upper body strength & endurance

Instructions:

• Pick the most challenging position where you can complete multiple push ups with good control.

• Perform as many push ups as you can (with good form and control) in this position.

Normative Values:

Age appropriate positions: 

< 60 y/o: Floor

60-80 y/o: Kneeling / Chair

80+: Wall

For more help on push ups, check out our exercise library.

Purpose:

• To evaluate single leg static balance

Instructions:

• From a standing position with a stable chair, wall, or countertop nearby, cross your arms across your chest.

• Lift up one leg and hold your balance for as long as possible.

• Take the average of 2-3 trials to get a score for each leg

• If unable to hold a single leg position, consider using a tandem stance as described in the 4-Stage Balance Test here.

Normative Values:

These scores represent average scores based on a group of adults (Springer et al 2017).

Purpose:

• To evaluate the functional strength and balance required for getting off the floor.

Instructions:

• Start in a standing position next to a couch or stable chair.

• Without worrying about speed, try to sit and then rise from the floor, using the least amount of support you feel is needed.

• See below for scoring tips.

Normative Values:

Scoring:

• +1 point for every appendage (knee, hand, elbow, forearm – other than your “sit bone”) that touches the ground

• +0.5 for every “loss of balance”

• 5 points maximum on the way up and down

• (0 = no appendages used, 5 = five appendages used)

• Sitting Score (0-5) + Rising Score (0-5) = Total Score (0-10)

Questions? Comments?

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