Flexibility is the range of motion achieved about a joint. Static flexibility refers to the maximum range of movement possible at a joint or number of joints. Dynamic flexibility is concerned with how easily joints can be moved through their range of motion.
Factors Affecting Flexibility
joint capsule – connective tissue and
ligaments of a joint can limit flexibility or can be stretched to increase flexibility
sex – females are generally more flexible
than males
resting muscle length – shortened resting
muscle length leads to a decrease in flexibility
muscle temperature – increase in muscle
temperature leads to increased flexibility
age – flexibility decreases with age
joint structure – the more stable the joint
the less flexibility
body build – excessive fat or muscle bulk
decreases flexibility
