Flexibility Test

Using a flexibility test enables you to measure range of hip and trunk movement. Flexibility testing is used by gyms sometimes in your induction to get an overall picture of the state of your body.

Flexibility tests also include reach or flexion tests and are a a great idea if you are regularly participating in physical activity. Be sure when you use a flexibility test that you use them for all areas of the body like hip and trunk and not just the hamstrings.
 

Flexion Tests By performing flexion tests you will be able to gauge how well you are able to move the hip joint through a large range of motion. Any runner, sprinter, long or high jumper or athlete who requires quick bursts of energy should be doing flexion tests on a regular basis. » Click here for more	Sit & Reach Tests The main function of sit and reach tests are to determine your hamstring and trunk flexibility. For those who are really limited in their range of motion, modified sit & reach tests can be performed. » Click here for more
Static Flexibility Tests Static flexibility tests, are going to assess how large of a range of motion you have when no movement is taking place. Examples are determining how far past your toes you can reach or the distance to which your hip flexors can move through. » Click here for more