what is flexibility
ability to move body parts through a wide range of motion without undue strain to the articulation and muscle attachments
what influence degree of flexibility
muscles
CT like tendons and ligaments
factors affecting degree of flexibility
gender
age
occupation
posture
temp
genetics
lifestyle
meds history
types of flexibility
dynamic and static
dynamic flexibility
it requires full joint mobility
include speed
static flexibility
mobility of joint without accelerating movement