Strength Training
How many squats should you be able to do? Norms sorted by age and sex
A simple test of your lower-body strength, with an age-banded scorecard.
Strength Training
Circadian research points to a specific window for strength gains, and it isn’t morning
Body temperature, hormones and nerve signaling all peak later in the day.
Exercise
How many sit-ups should you be able to do? The number by age and sex
A 60-second self-test scores your core endurance against your age group.
Cardio Training
Your bike ride to work reduces the risk of blood clots
A new Swedish study shows a surprising connection between your daily commute and your heart health.
Strength Training
How much should you be able to deadlift? Standards sorted by age and sex
A simple body-weight ratio tells you where your pull really stands.
Strength Training
How many squats should you be able to do? Norms sorted by age and sex
A simple test of your lower-body strength, with an age-banded scorecard.
Strength Training
Circadian research points to a specific window for strength gains, and it isn’t morning
Body temperature, hormones and nerve signaling all peak later in the day.
Exercise
How many sit-ups should you be able to do? The number by age and sex
A 60-second self-test scores your core endurance against your age group.
Cardio Training
Your bike ride to work reduces the risk of blood clots
A new Swedish study shows a surprising connection between your daily commute and your heart health.
The morning hour linked to the lowest heart disease risk in 14,000 adults
New data on nearly 14,500 US adults points to a narrow morning window that stood out for heart health.
Zone 2 training: why a slow, steady workout may be the best thing for your heart
The pace where you can still hold a conversation may do more for your heart than your hardest workout.
What’s a good mile run time for your age? Times sorted by age and sex
Widely used age-adjusted benchmarks show what counts as an excellent, good or average mile at every stage of adult life.
How many arm curls can you do in 30 seconds? The norms for your age
A validated home test shows where your upper-body strength sits after 60.
10 minutes on your feet right after eating may beat a longer walk later
New research shows short strolls timed to the meal, not the day, blunt the sugar spike.
How long should you be able to wall sit? Time standards sorted by age
A simple wall hold reveals how much lower-body endurance you have as you age.