Strength standards for the bench press are used to measure an individual’s upper body pushing strength compared to others of similar bodyweight and experience level. For beginners, a typical goal is to bench press around 0.75 times their bodyweight, which reflects basic strength development and proper technique. Intermediate lifters often reach the milestone of pressing their full bodyweight, showing consistent training progress and muscular adaptation. Advanced lifters may bench press 1.5 times their bodyweight or more, demonstrating significant strength, stability, and refined form. Elite athletes can exceed twice their bodyweight, representing exceptional power and years of dedicated training. These standards help set realistic goals, track improvement over time, and provide motivation for continuous progress in strength training.