How Many Pushups Should I Do a Night?

The number of pushups you should do depends on age, gender and fitness level.

Number for Women

While some women are capable of becoming more fit than males, the average woman is smaller than the average male. According to the ExRx.net article "Push Up Test," a 25-year-old woman who can do 50 pushups with her knees on the floor is in excellent shape.

Number for Men

Men have higher standards for the number of pushups they should be able to do nightly. A 25-year-old male who can do 50 pushups with his feet touching the floor is in good shape. He is in excellent shape if he can do 100.

Bottom Line

Different standards exist for the number of pushups a man should do nightly versus what a woman should do. What really matters is your personal fitness level. A man who is out of shape might be able to do only 50 pushups, while a woman who is in shape might be able to do 100.

References

• ExRx: Push Up Test