After working out for a few months consistently, performing some upper body tests are a great idea to track progress. Common upper body tests used are the one rep bench press max, number of pull-ups you are able to perform, and a push-up assessment.
Bench press maximum
Many athletes and body builders like to know their bench press maximum. We tell you how to do it.
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Biceps curl
To assess your arm strength, take the biceps curl test.
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Chin up test
If you can complete the chin up test, you will have a great measure of your strength over body weight.
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Flexed arm-hang
The Flexed Arm-Hang Test is a good measure of upper body strength.
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Grip strength
For athletes who need strong hands, the grip strength test is the best way to monitor progress.
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Isometric back strength
The Isometric back strength test is one measure of core endurance.
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Overhead press
Performing the overhead press test is an effective way to measure shoulder strength.
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Press Up Test
To assess your upper body strength, perform a press up test on a regular basis. This is one measurement that will call into play most of the upper body muscles therefore it is a very nice well-rounded determent of the progress you've made.
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