Pull Ups vs Barbell Curl

Measured in kg

Pull Ups
Barbell Curl

Male Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelPull UpsBarbell Curl
Beginner-3 kg19 kg
Novice+13 kg30 kg
Intermediate+31 kg45 kg
Advanced+52 kg62 kg
Elite+73 kg82 kg

Female Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelPull UpsBarbell Curl
Beginner-16 kg8 kg
Novice-5 kg15 kg
Intermediate+8 kg24 kg
Advanced+23 kg36 kg
Elite+38 kg50 kg