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Elite after 55: The push-up test that reveals your true upper-body power

If you can perform a high number of push-ups without stopping at 55 or older, your fitness level places you in a truly elite ...
Rolling Out

The push-up test that reveals your true health age

The ability to perform push-ups—a seemingly simple bodyweight exercise—has emerged as a surprising predictor of overall health and longevity, sparking a viral fitness trend that challenges ...
Military.com

5 Quick and ‘Easy’ Fitness Assessments You Can Do Anywhere

After watching Jason Kelce challenge veterans to a push-up contest during ESPN’s “Monday Night Countdown”, I had the idea to find four more fitness tests you can do to assess your fitness level ...
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This simple push-up test could uncover hidden heart risks: AIIMS-trained doctor explains how completing 40 push-ups might slash heart attack chances

Heart attacks and strokes continue to be among the leading causes of death globally, but a simple exercise like push-ups may offer important clues about your heart health. More than just a measure of ...
The New York Times

Can You Pass the Army’s New Fitness Test?

The exercises are challenging, but they can be a great way to gauge your overall strength and speed. By Erik Vance On June 1, the Army will adopt new fitness standards for soldiers in combat roles.