Safety Bar Squat vs Belt Squat

Measured in lb

Safety Bar Squat
Belt Squat

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSafety Bar SquatBelt Squat
Beginner160 lb115 lb
Novice238 lb226 lb
Intermediate336 lb381 lb
Advanced451 lb577 lb
Elite577 lb803 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSafety Bar SquatBelt Squat
Beginner84 lb24 lb
Novice133 lb47 lb
Intermediate197 lb79 lb
Advanced273 lb118 lb
Elite357 lb164 lb