If I can lift a given weight on Squat, what should I lift on Deadlift?

About 118 kg for a 100 kg Squat, for a typical 80 kg lifter. Use the calculator above for your own weight.

Is Squat vs Deadlift a 1:1 conversion?

Usually not. The tool uses strength standards, not a simple ratio, so the equivalent Deadlift can be higher or lower than your Squat 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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Squat vs Deadlift: Equivalent Weight

Based on Lyfta's strength standards for a 30-year-old, 80 kg lifter, a 100 kg Squat matches about a 118 kg Deadlift.

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Squat to Deadlift conversion chart

Equivalent weights for Squat and Deadlift
Squat	Equivalent Deadlift
40 kg · 88 lb	51.5 kg · 114 lb
60 kg · 132 lb	74 kg · 163 lb
80 kg · 176 lb	96 kg · 212 lb
100 kg · 220 lb	118 kg · 260 lb
120 kg · 265 lb	140.5 kg · 310 lb
140 kg · 309 lb	162.5 kg · 358 lb
160 kg · 353 lb	185 kg · 408 lb
180 kg · 397 lb	207 kg · 456 lb

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Frequently asked questions

If I can lift a given weight on Squat, what should I lift on Deadlift?: About 118 kg for a 100 kg Squat, for a typical 80 kg lifter. Use the calculator above for your own weight.
Is Squat vs Deadlift a 1:1 conversion?: Usually not. The tool uses strength standards, not a simple ratio, so the equivalent Deadlift can be higher or lower than your Squat 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.