Safety Bar Squat vs Belt Squat

Measured in lb

Safety Bar Squat
Belt Squat

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSafety Bar SquatBelt Squat
Beginner 155 lb 166 lb
Novice 235 lb 279 lb
Intermediate 336 lb 430 lb
Advanced 456 lb 612 lb
Elite 587 lb 816 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSafety Bar SquatBelt Squat
Beginner 83 lb 84 lb
Novice 129 lb 158 lb
Intermediate 188 lb 261 lb
Advanced 258 lb 389 lb
Elite 335 lb 535 lb