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I can do 50 push-ups. I'm not an athlete but I'm in shape enough to be healthy. I'm by no means "underdeveloped". I appreciate your concern -- thanks.



Pushups do use core strength to maintain your posture, but are mostly about upper body. How much can you squat or deadlift?


Great, but how much can you squat or deadlift relative to your bodyweight? Your posterior chain, from your mid-back down to your ankles, is far more important to your long-term stability and comfort.

It's key to your complaint of discomfort standing up, and it's key to avoiding back or knee problems long-term.




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