Push Ups vs Barbell Curl

Measured in kg

Push Ups
Barbell Curl

Male Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelPush UpsBarbell Curl
Beginner-2 kg17 kg
Novice+43 kg30 kg
Intermediate+101 kg47 kg
Advanced+171 kg68 kg
Elite+248 kg91 kg

Female Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelPush UpsBarbell Curl
Beginner-17 kg6 kg
Novice+8 kg14 kg
Intermediate+38 kg25 kg
Advanced+74 kg39 kg
Elite+114 kg55 kg