1. What is the Strength Ratio?

The strength ratio compares your bench press weight to your body weight, providing a standardized measure of relative strength that accounts for differences in body size.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Bench Press Weight — Your maximum bench press in kilograms or pounds
• Body Weight — Your current body weight in the same units

Explanation: This ratio allows comparison of strength between individuals of different body weights.

3. Importance of Strength Ratio

Details: The strength ratio is widely used in strength sports to compare athletes across weight classes and track relative strength improvements.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your maximum bench press weight and current body weight in the same units (kg or lbs). All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good strength ratio?
A: For men, 1.0 is considered good (bench equal to body weight), 1.5 is excellent. For women, 0.7 is good, 1.0 is excellent.

Q2: Should I use kg or lbs?
A: Either is fine as long as both values use the same units. The ratio is dimensionless.

Q3: How often should I test my ratio?
A: Every 4-8 weeks to track progress, preferably under similar conditions (time of day, nutrition status).

Q4: Does this account for fat vs muscle weight?
A: No, it's a simple ratio. Two people with the same ratio but different body compositions may have different absolute strength.

Q5: Can I use this for other lifts?
A: Yes, the same concept applies to squats, deadlifts, etc., though bench press is most commonly used for this ratio.