Shoes: The athlete's preferred cleated shoe

Method:
Push Ups

1. Half the players are tested while the other half count and confirm their technique.
2. The partner lies on the ground with his fist under the player's chest.
3. A full push-up is from the "up position" (arms in full extension-elbows straight), keeping the back straight, lowering his body down to touch his partner's fist, then back up.
4. Count full push-ups for 1 full minute (start on tester's command).
5. Change positions and repeat.

Situps

1. Sit-ups are bent-legged with the feet held by the partner.
2. A full sit-up is from the ground, sitting up until the trunk is vertical and the forearms/elbows touch the knees. Crossing the arms across the chest is preferred.
3. Count full sit-ups for 1 full minute (start on tester's command).
4. Change positions and repeat.

Considerations:
The results of these 2 tests are accurate only if proper technique is used. Cheating inflates the results giving unrealistic results.

1. Players will try to cheat the method, especially on push-ups. Constant attention by the testers is imperative.
2. Removing shirts, so that the chest actually touches the partner's fist, is one way to ensure the player goes all the way down.
3. Some players like a countdown of the time while others do not like a countdown. You might ask their preference.
4. A demonstration for the players is helpful