Push-Up Test
The push-up test is a widely used fitness assessment that measures upper body muscular endurance. Perform as many push-ups as you can in one minute (or until failure), enter your count along with your age and sex, and see how you compare to established fitness norms. Track your progress over time and get training recommendations to improve.
Max reps in one set without resting on the ground
About this test
Push-up norms are based on ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) guidelines. The standard test counts the maximum number of push-ups performed consecutively without resting on the ground. Maintain proper form: body straight from head to heels, lower your chest to within a fist width of the floor, and fully extend your arms at the top.
Fitness norms provide a general benchmark. Individual capability depends on body weight, limb proportions, training history, and many other factors. Use your score as a baseline to track personal improvement over time rather than as an absolute measure of fitness.
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Push-up handles, resistance bands, exercise mats, and fitness testing kits.
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