Which Test is used to measure the coordination and Agility of senior citizen? Write in detail?

Eight Foot up and Go Test:- Rekli & Jones Senior Citizen

Test: This test is a coordination and agility test for senior citizens.

Purpose: To assess speed, agility and balance while moving. These are important in performing various jobs which require quick manoeuvring, such as getting off a bus in time and to answer the phone etc.

Equipment Required: A chair with a straight back (about 44 cm high) a stopwatch, cone marker, measuring tape and an area without any hindrances.

Procedure: Keep a chair next to the wall and the marked, 8 feet in front of the chair. The participant starts completely seated, hands resting on the knees and feet flat on the ground.

On the command ‘Go’’ stopwatch is started and the participant stands and walks (no running at all) as quickly as possible to and around the cone and returns to the chair to sit down. Time is noted as She/he sits down on the chair. Two trials are given to the participant.