Answer: The more flexible you are, the less susceptible you are to injury. You generally have fewer aches and pains. Flexibility is a big help in skateboarding. It helps me dial in tricks when I ride street and ramps, but it helps me when I fall too. If I hit the pavement rigid and stiff, I'll get hurt. But if I'm able to tuck and roll with the fall, it's much easier on my body.
Explanation: EDMENTUM