Sit-Ups (1-Min, Cooper): Age Trend
Median 1-minute sit-up count falls from 40 reps at age 20–29 to 20 by age 60+ in men; from 35 to 8 in women.
Data source: Cooper Institute (2013 Monograph) About this study
Sit-Ups (1-Min, Cooper) Strength Trend
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Sit-Ups (1-Min, Cooper) Median Values
| Age | Male (reps) | Female (reps) |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | 40 | 35 |
| 35 | 36 | 27 |
| 45 | 31 | 22 |
| 55 | 26 | 17 |
| 65 | 20 | 8 |
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