Chair sit and reach test is to measure lower body flexibility: Sit at the front edge of the chair. Keep one foot flat (90o) and extend the other leg. Place one hand on top of the other with tips of the middle fingers, reach toward your toe b,v bending at your hip. Keep your back straight and head up. Avoid bouncing or quick movements and never stretch to the point of pain. Keep the knee straight and hold the reach for 2 seconds. Your partner will measure the distance between your fingertips and your toes. If you reach toe, the score is zero. If you don't reach your toe, the score is a negative distance, such as 3 inches. If you reach beyond your toe, the score is a positive distance, such as 1 inch. The goal to reach at least 2 inches away from your toe for women and 4 inches for men.
