Push Ups vs Decline Push Up

Measured in lb

Push Ups
Decline Push Up

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelPush UpsDecline Push Up
Beginner-4 lb-30 lb
Novice+95 lb+47 lb
Intermediate+223 lb+147 lb
Advanced+377 lb+265 lb
Elite+547 lb+397 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelPush UpsDecline Push Up
Beginner-37 lb-69 lb
Novice+16 lb-11 lb
Intermediate+84 lb+71 lb
Advanced+164 lb+172 lb
Elite+251 lb+288 lb