If You Can Do This Many Pushups After 55, Your Upper-Body Strength Is Elite

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One of the best things you can learn as you age is that your body is strong and healthy. After all, that translates to having the ability to do the things you love—on your own. The best way to determine how strong you are is by testing your abilities with what’s considered standard—and even above average—for your age.

We reached out to an expert who shares just how many pushups you should be able to do after 55 to be classified as “elite upper-body strength.” Why pushups? This exercise provides a functional, full-body workout that has you lifting a solid amount of your body weight. Each pushup engages your shoulders, chest, triceps, and core—all at the same time.