Author: Cyrell Jackson

How Many Push-Ups You Should Be Able to Do at Every Age

Think you’re in decent shape? Here’s a quick, no-equipment-needed way to find out: drop and give yourself 20—or maybe a few more, depending on your age.

The Mayo Clinic recently shared push-up benchmarks as a simple way to gauge your fitness level. While overall health depends on a combination of things—like diet, cardio, and lifestyle habits—your ability to knock out a solid round of push-ups can still be a reliable sign of good physical condition.

Here’s how many push-ups you should be able to do without stopping if you’re in “good” shape:

  • 25 years old:
    • Women: 20
    • Men: 28
  • 35 years old:
    • Women: 19
    • Men: 21
  • 45 years old:
    • Women: 14
    • Men: 16
  • 55 years old:
    • Women: 10
    • Men: 12
  • 65 years old:
    • Women: 10
    • Men: 10

If those numbers feel high, don’t panic—it’s a benchmark, not a judgment.

And if you’re breezing past them? Congrats, your upper body strength is ahead of the curve.

Push-ups are a classic fitness test for a reason. They measure strength, endurance, and core stability, all without requiring a gym. So the next time you’re wondering how your fitness stacks up, hit the floor and find out—no dumbbells, memberships, or machines required.

And if you’re nowhere near these numbers yet? That’s okay too. Every rep counts, and everyone starts somewhere.

Ben Affleck Thinks His Kids Should Get Minimum Wage Jobs

Ben Affleck might be one of Hollywood’s highest-paid stars, but don’t expect his kids to be spoiled. In a recent interview, Affleck shared that he believes in old-school parenting when it comes to money—starting with minimum wage jobs.

Affleck, who’s worth an estimated $150 million and shares three children with ex-wife Jennifer Garner—Violet (19), Fin (16), and Samuel (13)—says it’s important for his kids to learn the value of a dollar the hard way. That includes saying no, even when the family bank account could technically say yes.

A recent viral video captured one such parenting moment, where Affleck shut down 13-year-old Samuel’s request for a $6,000 pair of sneakers. His response? Brutal in the best way.

“He was like, ‘We have the money.’ I was like, ‘I have the money. You’re broke,’” Affleck recalled with a laugh.

He then laid down a little real-world math: “If you want that, you can work 1,000 hours at minimum wage, and after all that, you might not want to spend it on a pair of shoes.”

Affleck said both of his older kids already have jobs, and his eldest is actively pursuing a summer internship. While he’s proud of their hustle, he’s clear that this is less about building a résumé and more about building character. “You love your kids, but you do them a disservice if you don’t teach them they have to work for what they want,” he said.

It’s a refreshing message coming from someone whose kids could easily coast on Hollywood privilege. Instead, Affleck is making a case for humility, hard work, and a bit of minimum wage reality—even if Dad’s red carpet is just a phone call away.

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