Sit-Ups (1-Min, Cooper): Age Trend
Median 1-minute sit-up count declines steadily with age in both men and women; men score higher than women across all age groups.
Data source: Cooper Institute (Law Enforcement) About this study
Sit-Ups (1-Min, Cooper) Strength Trend
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Sit-Ups (1-Min, Cooper) by Age (reps)
Sit-Ups (1-Min, Cooper) Median Values
| Age | Male (reps) | Female (reps) |
|---|---|---|
| 24.5 | 40 | 35 |
| 34.5 | 36 | 27 |
| 44.5 | 31 | 22 |
| 54.5 | 26 | 17 |
| 65 | 20 | 8 |
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