Push Ups vs Barbell Curl

Measured in kg

Push Ups
Barbell Curl

Male Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelPush UpsBarbell Curl
Beginner+8 kg19 kg
Novice+46 kg30 kg
Intermediate+95 kg45 kg
Advanced+154 kg62 kg
Elite+218 kg82 kg

Female Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelPush UpsBarbell Curl
Beginner-9 kg8 kg
Novice+11 kg15 kg
Intermediate+35 kg24 kg
Advanced+64 kg36 kg
Elite+95 kg50 kg