Age-Adjusted Push-Up Benchmarks: How Many Should You Do by Decade

Fitness experts say push-ups are a strong measure of upper-body and core strength, with age-based targets that vary by decade and gender. The article provides average and 'excellent' rep ranges for men and women from 20s to 60s+, emphasizes quality over quantity, offers modification options (kneeling or elevated surfaces) to build technique, and outlines a six-week plan to improve reps while maintaining proper form. It also cautions against extreme daily totals (e.g., 1,000) due to potential joint strain, highlighting consistency and good form as the keys to long-term health.