Sit-and-Reach: Males, Age 55-59
What these numbers mean
A value around 21.5 cm is typical (50th percentile) for males in this age group. Scores above about 28.9 cm fall near the 75th percentile or higher, indicating above-average performance. Scores below about 14.0 cm fall near the 25th percentile; about 75% of the reference population scored higher.
Also see: 50-54 · 60-64 · All ages
Data source: Hoffmann et al. (CHMS) About this study
Sit-and-Reach Flexibility Males 55-59
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Poor 7.8 cm
Below average 14.0 cm
Average 21.5 cm
Above average 28.9 cm
Excellent 35.1 cm
This percentile chart shows how common a value is, not whether it is healthy.
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