How to use push-ups to test upper limb strength

Upper limb strength is very important for anyone, no matter if you are an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or an ordinary person.

　　How to know whether your upper limb strength is good or bad, we use the simplest and most effective push-ups to perform a test!

　　Upper limb strength test method:

　　Strength test is just to give you a reference benchmark. If you can perform a more appropriate weight lifting exercise and persevere, you may be able to witness the huge changes in yourself within 2 to 3 months.

　　Most fitness clubs will not conduct real strength tests, in other words, they will not measure how many pounds you can lift at most. It is dangerous to touch the "limits" of your body, and the consequences may not be just muscle aches.

　　So instead, fitness venues will generally test Your muscle endurance: How many times can you move a lighter weight repeatedly? At home, you can perform a lot of similar tests. Find a friend to count for you, and at the same time make sure you move correctly, which is very helpful.

Counting how many push-ups you can do continuously without deforming the movement. Men should do standard push-ups, with legs straightened and toes touching the ground;

　　Female can do "modified" push-ups, with knees on the ground and feet lifted. The body is down until the upper arm is parallel to the ground, and the abdomen is closed to prevent the back from sinking. Please make sure the movement is accurate. Refer to the two tables below to see how you perform compared to people of the same age and the same gender.

　　Upper limb muscle strength test chart

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