Table 4 Factors associated with low handgrip strength, low gait speed and reduced performance in repeat chair stands (RCS) by stepwise logistic regression (OR: 95 % CI)

Age increased 10 years

1.13(1.07–1.18)

1.12(1.04–1.18)

1.10(1.06–1.15)

Urban resident

0.10(0.05–0.20)

0.08(0.02–0.40)

0.39(0.24–0.65)

Female

1.92(1.06–3.46)

-

-

BMI

-

1.25(1.09–1.43)

-

≥2 co-morbidity

-

-

1.99(1.20–3.29)

Current smoker

-

-

-

Current Drinker

-

-

-

Physical exercise

-

0.27(0.09–0.79)

-

Meals per day

-

-

-

Structured daily routine

-

2.77(1.34–5.72))

-

Hobby loving

-

0.11(0.04–0.33)

0.35(0.17–0.72)

Self rated health

-

-