If I can lift a given weight on Bench Press, what should I lift on Incline Bench Press?

About 89.5 kg for a 100 kg Bench Press, for a typical 80 kg lifter. Use the calculator above for your own weight.

Is Bench Press vs Incline Bench Press a 1:1 conversion?

Usually not. The tool uses strength standards, not a simple ratio, so the equivalent Incline Bench Press can be higher or lower than your Bench Press depending on the lifts.

Which lifts can I compare?

You can compare any two exercises in the Lyfta standards library, including bench vs squat, squat vs deadlift, and accessory lifts such as rows, presses, and curls.

Is the equivalent weight a training recommendation?

No. It is a statistical estimate of what lifters at a similar strength percentile typically lift on the second exercise. Use it as a starting point, not a prescription.

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Bench Press vs Incline Bench Press: Equivalent Weight

Based on Lyfta's strength standards for a 30-year-old, 80 kg lifter, a 100 kg Bench Press matches about a 89.5 kg Incline Bench Press.

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Bench Press to Incline Bench Press conversion chart

Equivalent weights for Bench Press and Incline Bench Press
Bench Press	Equivalent Incline Bench Press
40 kg · 88 lb	39 kg · 86 lb
60 kg · 132 lb	55.5 kg · 122 lb
80 kg · 176 lb	72.5 kg · 160 lb
100 kg · 220 lb	89.5 kg · 197 lb
120 kg · 265 lb	106 kg · 234 lb
140 kg · 309 lb	123 kg · 271 lb
160 kg · 353 lb	139.5 kg · 308 lb
180 kg · 397 lb	156.5 kg · 345 lb

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Frequently asked questions

If I can lift a given weight on Bench Press, what should I lift on Incline Bench Press?: About 89.5 kg for a 100 kg Bench Press, for a typical 80 kg lifter. Use the calculator above for your own weight.
Is Bench Press vs Incline Bench Press a 1:1 conversion?: Usually not. The tool uses strength standards, not a simple ratio, so the equivalent Incline Bench Press can be higher or lower than your Bench Press depending on the lifts.
Which lifts can I compare?: You can compare any two exercises in the Lyfta standards library, including bench vs squat, squat vs deadlift, and accessory lifts such as rows, presses, and curls.
Is the equivalent weight a training recommendation?: No. It is a statistical estimate of what lifters at a similar strength percentile typically lift on the second exercise. Use it as a starting point, not a prescription.