India, Aug. 9 -- Fitness is not only about how much you can lift or how fast you can run. Everyday movements such as squatting, balancing, getting up from the floor, and maintaining flexibility can also offer insight into mobility, strength, and functional fitness.

Fitness coach Vanja Moves shared in her August 8 Instagram post five simple movements that can help people assess different aspects of their physical fitness. From holding a deep squat to balancing on one leg, these tests require little to no equipment and can be done at home. (Also read: 'Don't ignore bleeding gums': Dentist says poor oral health can be linked to heart disease, not just cavities )

The first test is a deep squat hold, which can help assess lower-body mobility...