The daily number of safety bar squat lifts entered on Strength Level is less than the daily number of paused bench press lifts.
Overall Comparison
| Metric | Safety Bar Squat | Paused Bench Press | Difference | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily count | 21 | 33 | ↓12 | ↓36% |
| Total lifts entered | 28,217 | 32,227 | ↓4,010 | ↓12% |
Male Comparison
The average safety bar squat entered by men on Strength Level is heavier than the average paused bench press.
The bodyweight of men entering safety bar squat lifts on Strength Level is on average heavier than those entering paused bench press lifts.
| Metric | Safety Bar Squat | Paused Bench Press | Difference | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average lift | 323.2 lb | 237.5 lb | ↑85.7 lb | ↑36% |
| Elite lift | 547.7 lb | 372.8 lb | ↑174.9 lb | ↑47% |
| Average bodyweight | 196.5 lb | 181 lb | ↑15.5 lb | ↑9% |
| Lifts analysed | 335 | 579 | ↓244 | ↓42% |
Female Comparison
The average safety bar squat entered by women on Strength Level is heavier than the average paused bench press.
The bodyweight of women entering safety bar squat lifts on Strength Level is on average less heavy than those entering paused bench press lifts.
| Metric | Safety Bar Squat | Paused Bench Press | Difference | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average lift | 148.8 lb | 103.4 lb | ↑45.4 lb | ↑44% |
| Elite lift | 263.9 lb | 210.8 lb | ↑53.1 lb | ↑25% |
| Average bodyweight | 142.3 lb | 146.8 lb | ↓4.5 lb | ↓3% |
| Lifts analysed | 0 | 0 | ↑0 | ↑- |