Push-Ups (1-Min, Cooper): Age Trend
Median 1-minute push-up count falls from 33 reps at age 20–29 to 15 by age 60+ in men; from 18 to 11 by age 40–49 in women.
Data source: Cooper Institute (2013 Monograph) About this study
Push-Ups (1-Min, Cooper) Strength Trend
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Push-Ups (1-Min, Cooper) Median Values
| Age | Male (reps) | Female (reps) |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | 33 | 18 |
| 35 | 27 | 14 |
| 45 | 21 | 11 |
| 55 | 15 | - |
| 65 | 15 | - |
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