Back Scratch Test: Males, Age 70-74
What these numbers mean
A value around -4.5 inches is typical (50th percentile) for males in this age group. Scores above about -1.2 inches fall near the 75th percentile or higher, indicating above-average performance. Scores below about -7.8 inches fall near the 25th percentile; about 75% of the reference population scored higher.
Also see: 65-69 · 75-79 · All ages
Data source: Rikli & Jones (SFT) About this study
Back Scratch Test Functional Fitness Males 70-74
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Poor -12.5 inches
Below average -7.8 inches
Average -4.5 inches
Above average -1.2 inches
Excellent 3.5 inches
This percentile chart shows how common a value is, not whether it is healthy.
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