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How fit are you? See how you measure up
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Gather your tools
Aerobic fitness: Heart rate at rest
Aerobic fitness: Target heart rate zone
Aerobic fitness: Running or jogging test
Muscular strength and endurance: Pushup test
Muscular strength and endurance: Situp test
Flexibility: Sit-and-reach test
Body composition: Waist circumference
Body composition: Body mass index
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Monitor your progress
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You probably have some idea of how fit you are. But knowing the specifics can help you set realistic fitness goals, monitor your progress and maintain your motivation. Once you know your starting point, you can plan where you want to go. Get started with the simple assessment below.