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Oct 9, 2025

4 min

Do roller coasters get worse as you age, or does your body just change?

While motion sickness is most common in children ages 2 to 12, many adults report an increased sensitivity to motion, suggesting that, for many, roller coasters get worse as you age. This phenomenon is not about the ride itself deteriorating, but rather changes within your own body that affect how you perceive the intense physical sensations.

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Oct 4, 2025

5 min

Why is it harder to ride roller coasters as you get older?

According to research from Penn State, the inner ear's vestibular system degenerates with age, making it less efficient at processing motion. This critical change is one of the key reasons why is it harder to ride roller coasters as you get older? and why a once-thrilling experience can become uncomfortable.

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Oct 4, 2025

4 min

Is it harder to ride roller coasters as you get older? An expert look at aging and thrill rides

According to reports, the vestibular system in the inner ear becomes less efficient with age, which can increase motion sensitivity and impact balance. This natural change helps to explain the question: is it harder to ride roller coasters as you get older? For many, the answer is yes, as the body's response to intense forces evolves with each passing year.

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