Pull Ups vs Bench Press

Measured in lb

Pull Ups
Bench Press

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelPull UpsBench Press
Beginner-6 lb107 lb
Novice+29 lb154 lb
Intermediate+69 lb212 lb
Advanced+114 lb280 lb
Elite+162 lb353 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelPull UpsBench Press
Beginner-36 lb43 lb
Novice-11 lb72 lb
Intermediate+18 lb112 lb
Advanced+50 lb159 lb
Elite+84 lb213 lb