EZ Bar Curl vs Bench Press

Measured in lb

EZ Bar Curl
Bench Press

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelEZ Bar CurlBench Press
Beginner 49 lb 107 lb
Novice 72 lb 154 lb
Intermediate 100 lb 212 lb
Advanced 132 lb 280 lb
Elite 168 lb 353 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelEZ Bar CurlBench Press
Beginner 25 lb 43 lb
Novice 40 lb 72 lb
Intermediate 59 lb 112 lb
Advanced 82 lb 159 lb
Elite 107 lb 213 lb