A recent study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports found a strong connection between physical flexibility and a lower risk of death from natural causes in middle-aged people. Researchers tested subjects’ flexibility and discovered that higher scores were associated with a lower likelihood of mortality. While the study doesn’t establish a direct cause and effect, it does suggest that flexibility may be an important aspect of overall physical fitness and longevity. Experts say that improving flexibility can help reduce the risk of injury and joint issues, making for a better life.