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Flexibility is a key component of overall physical fitness, and one widely used tool for assessing it is the sit and reach test. This simple yet effective evaluation method provides valuable insights into the flexibility of the lower back and hamstrings, offering benefits for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. In this article, we delve into the mechanics, significance, and applications of the sit and reach test.Understanding the Sit and Reach Test:1. The Setup: The sit and reach test r …

To assess flexibility of the lower back and hamstring muscles, a sit and reach test is a common measure used by physical therapist. This particular test is an important indicator of tightness in the assessed area that is correlated with lumbar lordosis, forward pelvic tilt and lower back pain. This is a widely used test used as an assessment of flexibility.There are some variations of the sit and reach test. The variations involve the differences in the value of the level of the feet. Using …