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❓ How much weight do you lift in a push-up?

On average, a regular push-up lifts about 64% of your bodyweight. This means if you weigh 80kg, each push-up is roughly equal to pressing 51kg.

❓ Are push-ups equivalent to bench press?

Push-ups and bench press both train the chest, shoulders, and triceps. A push-up lifts a percentage of your bodyweight, while the bench press allows you to adjust external load. For many people, push-ups are roughly equivalent to bench pressing 40–70% of their bodyweight, depending on the variation.

❓ Do push-up variations change how much weight you lift?

Yes. Elevating your feet increases the load (up to 74% of bodyweight), while knee push-ups or hand-elevated push-ups reduce the load, making them easier variations.

❓ Should I train push-ups or bench press?

Both are valuable. Push-ups build strength and endurance with minimal equipment, while the bench press allows progressive overload. Combining both can improve overall strength and muscle growth.

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