Story highlights Health conditions linked to age should be taken into account when riding roller coasters

People with heart or blood pressure problems should consult doctors before going on rides

(CNN) Some people have to miss the fun at amusement parks because they're too short or too tall, but can you be too old?

As people age, they may feel the bumps and drops of a roller coaster more strongly or take longer to recover from dizziness after having been spun at high speeds. They may just not enjoy the thrill as much as they did as a kid.

"No one is ever too old to ride roller coasters," amusement park expert and author Pete Trabucco said. "You can ride roller coasters as long as you're physically able to."

Most theme parks feature rides at varying levels specifically to attract riders of different ages, but children and young adults up to the age of 30 continue to be the primary market, according to Trabucco.

Although children often have to be a minimum age to ride, upper age limits for an amusement ride are uncommon. What visitors are more likely to see are height restrictions, physical requirements or health warnings. Passengers may need to be able to sit up straight, for example, or have at least one functional arm and leg.