Close Grip Push Up vs Diamond Push Ups

Measured in lb

Close Grip Push Up
Diamond Push Ups

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelClose Grip Push UpDiamond Push Ups
Beginner-2 lb-5 lb
Novice+66 lb+50 lb
Intermediate+152 lb+119 lb
Advanced+254 lb+199 lb
Elite+367 lb+287 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelClose Grip Push UpDiamond Push Ups
Beginner-19 lb-18 lb
Novice+18 lb+14 lb
Intermediate+63 lb+52 lb
Advanced+115 lb+97 lb
Elite+171 lb+145 lb