Learn how flexibility and mobility work protects joint health, reduces injury risk, and supports active aging.
Flexibility and mobility are often the forgotten pillars of fitness, overshadowed by strength and cardio. Yet maintaining range of motion and joint health is essential for functional independence and quality of life as we age. Research increasingly shows that flexibility work supports longevity by reducing falls, maintaining activity levels, and protecting joint health.
Flexibility refers to the passive range of motion in a joint:
Mobility is the active, functional range of motion:
Optimal function requires both:
Falls are a leading cause of injury death in older adults: