Safety Bar Squat vs Box Squat

Measured in lb

Safety Bar Squat
Box Squat

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSafety Bar SquatBox Squat
Beginner160 lb152 lb
Novice238 lb233 lb
Intermediate336 lb337 lb
Advanced451 lb460 lb
Elite577 lb595 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSafety Bar SquatBox Squat
Beginner84 lb83 lb
Novice133 lb130 lb
Intermediate197 lb191 lb
Advanced273 lb264 lb
Elite357 lb344 lb