Safety Bar Squat vs Zercher Squat

Measured in lb

Safety Bar Squat
Zercher Squat

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSafety Bar SquatZercher Squat
Beginner 155 lb 118 lb
Novice 235 lb 179 lb
Intermediate 336 lb 255 lb
Advanced 456 lb 345 lb
Elite 587 lb 444 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSafety Bar SquatZercher Squat
Beginner 83 lb 58 lb
Novice 129 lb 93 lb
Intermediate 188 lb 138 lb
Advanced 258 lb 192 lb
Elite 335 lb 252 lb