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well there are many answer to that a person age can affect their flexibility by them stretching and doing others things related to flexibilities.As people get old there bones lock up BUT if you Stritch
Everyday you will still have you flexibility
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 7y agoAs someone becomes older muscle mass will decrease due to a less active lifestyle, which reduces the muscles' ability to stretch. Tendons also lose their water content providing a reduced level of support to the muscles. Arthritis also becomes more common and may reduce the ability for the joints to function.
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How does heredity affect flexibility?
it dose not effect it
What factors affect a person's flexibility?
Younger people are more flexible than older people because younger people stretch more and exercise more as they are much more flexible. Older people don't exercise a lot and don't stretch a lot as joints get stiffer and tighter with age. Younger people does ballet dance to stretch their connective tissue and they get a lot more flexible as adults.
Do genetics affect flexibility?
Some people are just born with joint that can stretch farther than normal. People with this ability are called hypermobile or "double-jointed".
What effect does age have on your sensitivity to various smell?
Age will affect your sense of smell, taste and hearing. Age will decrease sensitivity of senses.
What factors most affect Chromosomal abnormalities?
maternal age
How does age affect golf swing?
The biggest affect with age is the flexibility of the body. As the player gets older his/her flexibility decreases and thus the width that they can swing. The result is typically lost distance and power.
Does height affect flexibility?
yes
How does heredity affect flexibility?
it dose not effect it
Does heredity affect flexibility?
it dose not effect it
Does age affect a person heart rate after exercise?
yes
How does the amount of water in a gel affect its flexibility?
the less water there is the stiffer it is but the more water there is the more flexibility it has
Does tire ply affect handling?
Yes, it does. Plies affect the flexibility of the tire as you steer.
Does adding water to gelatin affect the flexibility of the gelatin?
Yes.
How does the amount of water in jello affect its flexibility?
Yes,it does! Where did you get that question?
How does yoga affect your flexibility?
It helps with your legs and you can do more things.
Does gender affect flexibility?
There is no scientific evidence to suggest that gender alone affects flexibility. Flexibility is influenced by various factors such as genetics, age, physical activity level, and training. However, some studies have found differences in flexibility between males and females in certain areas of the body, which may be attributed to differences in muscle composition and joint structure.
Why does speed decrease with age?
As people age, their muscle mass decreases, resulting in decreased strength and power which can affect their speed. Joint stiffness and reduced flexibility can also limit range of motion and affect speed. Additionally, declining cardiovascular fitness and decreased lung capacity can contribute to a decrease in overall speed as a person ages.
