Are Powerlifters Stronger Than Bodybuilders? (Real Examples)

Powerlifters and bodybuilders are two types of lifting enthusiasts who are stronger than the average person, but you may be wondering who is actually stronger between the two. So, who is stronger, powerlifters or bodybuilders? On average, someone who trains for strength with powerlifting-style training will be stronger than someone who exclusively trains like a … Continue ReadingAre Powerlifters Stronger Than Bodybuilders? (Real Examples)

How Much Should I Be Able To Squat (By Age, Weight, & Gender)

Are you becoming more experienced with powerlifting and wondering, “How much should I be able to squat?” It’s hard to know a good squat weight if you don’t know what the average squat is for your age and weight. I’ve done the research and provided the data for the average male squat standards and average … Continue ReadingHow Much Should I Be Able To Squat (By Age, Weight, & Gender)

How Much Should You Be Able To Bench? (By Age & Weight)

If you’re new to powerlifting or strength training, you may wonder, “How much should I be able to bench?” When we’re new to lifting, we shouldn’t concern ourselves with what other people are doing. We should instead focus on perfecting our technique and building consistency with training. Once we have some training experience under our … Continue ReadingHow Much Should You Be Able To Bench? (By Age & Weight)

Average Deadlift Strength For 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Year Olds

Knowing how your deadlift compares to others at your age and weight is great motivation to get stronger. However, to get an accurate comparison, you’ll want to see the deadlifts of a large enough population. That’s why we compiled the following data from all 13- to 18-year-old lifters who have competed in the International Powerlifting … Continue ReadingAverage Deadlift Strength For 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Year Olds

Average Bench Strength For 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Year Olds

Knowing how your bench press compares to others at your age and weight is great motivation to improve. However, to get an accurate comparison, you’ll want to see the bench presses of a large enough population. That’s why we compiled the data from all 13- to 18-year-old lifters who have competed in the International Powerlifting … Continue ReadingAverage Bench Strength For 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Year Olds

Average Squat Strength For 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Year Olds

There are increasing male and female lifters aged 13-18 competing in powerlifting as the sport grows in popularity; but how strong should these lifters expect to be at their age? What is the average squat for a 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18 year olds? The following data represents all of the 13 to … Continue ReadingAverage Squat Strength For 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Year Olds

Squat to Bench Press Ratios: How Much More Should You Squat?

Have you ever wondered if your squat strength is proportionate to your bench press strength? We know our squat should be stronger than our bench press, but exactly how much stronger should it be? So what is the best squat to bench press ratio? It is considered respectable for men to squat 250% and bench … Continue ReadingSquat to Bench Press Ratios: How Much More Should You Squat?

Should You Squat or Deadlift More? (Squat to Deadlift Ratios)

If you’re wondering about your squat to deadlift ratio, you’re not alone. At one time or another, we’ve all compared our squats and deadlifts and wondered whether one should be stronger than the other. You likely know people who have really massive squats compared with their deadlifts, or vice versa. So if you are confused … Continue ReadingShould You Squat or Deadlift More? (Squat to Deadlift Ratios)