Which of the following is a benefit of having good flexibility?

• A. Fatigue
• B. Weight gain
• C. Reduced risk of injury
• D. Poor balance

Answer: (C)

Having good flexibility lets joints move through a full range of motion with smoother, more efficient tissue-length alterations. When muscles, tendons, and ligaments can stretch and recoil without excessive tightness, movements are less likely to overload tissues or cause strains and sprains. That smoother, safer movement directly translates to a lower risk of injury during physical activity, which is why reduced risk of injury is the clear benefit.

Fatigue, weight gain, and poor balance aren’t benefits of flexibility. Fatigue comes from energy depletion or conditioning, weight gain isn’t controlled by flexibility alone, and poor balance typically signals other fitness issues, not the advantage provided by flexibility.