Flexibility

Prior to performing this flexibilty test its important that you warm up the muscles of your hamstrings and lower back to get an accurate flexibility level. Look at spending at least 5 minutes performing some light exercise such as cycling and even a few further minutes doing some hamsting and lower back stretches.

Have a partner measure the distance you are from the wall, whilst keeping your feet flat against the wall, and legs touching the floor. If you have access to a "sit and reach box", use this for a more accurate indication.

You could also try sliding a pencil over the top of a step box, and measure the distance. Whichever method you use, aim to repeat it again next time so that your results are accurate.

Remember to warm up the hamstring muscles prior to this test. And give yourself three attempts in order to find your best result.

Poor flexibility, especially in the hamstring and lower back muscles is often caused by a combination of over-worked muscles and a lack of stretching within either your workouts or everyday life.

Look at implementing some kind of stretch routine into your workouts or your lifestyle, especially if you spend hours sitting at a desk / car wheel and especially if your performing a labourous type work.