The simple 3-minute test that could help predict how long you’re going to live

EXERCISE is key to living longer, with aerobic fitness, strength and good balance previously shown to lower mortality. 

But a new study has suggested even the simplest of movements could add years to your life expectancy. 

AlamyBeing more flexible was shown to increase life expectancy in men and women[/caption] AlamyThe Flexindex involves 20 movements, one of which is flexing your wrist[/caption]

The importance of flexibility exercises was demonstrated by Brazilian researchers.