Pull Ups vs Bench Press

Measured in lb

Pull Ups
Bench Press

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelPull UpsBench Press
Beginner-28 lb103 lb
Novice+18 lb154 lb
Intermediate+75 lb217 lb
Advanced+138 lb291 lb
Elite+206 lb372 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelPull UpsBench Press
Beginner-48 lb38 lb
Novice-17 lb69 lb
Intermediate+22 lb111 lb
Advanced+65 lb164 lb
Elite+112 lb223 lb