Chair Sit-and-Reach: Age Trend
Median chair sit-and-reach falls from 0.6 to −3.6 inches between ages 60–64 and 90–94 in men; from 2.1 to −1.7 in women.
Data source: Rikli & Jones (SFT) About this study
Chair Sit-and-Reach Functional Fitness Trend
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Chair Sit-and-Reach Median Values
| Age | Male (inches) | Female (inches) |
|---|---|---|
| 62.5 | 0.6 | 2.1 |
| 67.5 | 0.0 | 2.0 |
| 72.5 | 0.0 | 1.4 |
| 77.5 | -1.1 | 1.2 |
| 82.5 | -2.0 | 0.5 |
| 87.5 | -2.4 | -0.1 |
| 92.5 | -3.6 | -1.7 |
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Senior Fitness Test Battery
This metric is part of the Senior Fitness Test, a validated 7-test battery for adults aged 60-94.
- 30-Second Chair Stand
- Arm Curl
- 6-Minute Walk
- 2-Minute Step Test
- Chair Sit-and-Reach
- Back Scratch
- 8-Foot Up-and-Go