Pull Ups vs Dumbbell Curl

Measured in kg

Pull Ups
Dumbbell Curl

Male Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelPull UpsDumbbell Curl
Beginner -3 kg 7 kg
Novice +13 kg 13 kg
Intermediate +31 kg 21 kg
Advanced +52 kg 31 kg
Elite +73 kg 42 kg

Female Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelPull UpsDumbbell Curl
Beginner -16 kg 4 kg
Novice -5 kg 7 kg
Intermediate +8 kg 12 kg
Advanced +23 kg 18 kg
Elite +38 kg 25 kg