Smith Machine Bent Over Row vs Yates Bent Over Row Strength Standards
Compare your smith machine bent over row and yates bent over row against strength standards for your sex and bodyweight. Enter one recent set of 1–12 reps for each lift to see estimated one-rep maxes, strength levels, next targets, and priority.
First lift: weight used and 1–12 strict reps. Second lift: total barbell load and 1–12 strict reps. Pounds or kilograms. For the first exercise, the lifter must pull the bar toward the specified trunk contact or near-contact point, then lower under control to full arm extension. For the second exercise, pull to lower abdomen or hip line. Each lift is compared with its own standards, so the heavier lift is not automatically the stronger one.
Smith Machine Bent Over Row vs Yates Bent Over Row Strength Standards by Bodyweight
Use these tables to compare the estimated one-rep max required for the smith machine bent over row and yates bent over row to reach the same strength level at each listed bodyweight. The numbers are calculator targets, not a required gap between the two lifts.
Choose the men’s or women’s table, find the closest bodyweight row, and read across to Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, or Elite. Each entry shows Smith Machine Bent Over Row / Yates Bent Over Row, with pounds above kilograms. Use the calculator for your exact bodyweight and recent sets.
Men’s Smith Machine Bent Over Row vs Yates Bent Over Row Standards
How to read the table: The first number is Smith Machine Bent Over Row; the second is Yates Bent Over Row. Each number is the lowest estimated one-rep max needed to reach that strength level. Scroll horizontally on smaller screens.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | 70 / 101 lb 31.8 / 45.8 kg | 101 / 137 lb 45.8 / 62.1 kg | 137 / 179 lb 62.1 / 81.2 kg | 174 / 221 lb 78.9 / 100.2 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | 74 / 106 lb 33.6 / 48.1 kg | 106 / 144 lb 48.1 / 65.3 kg | 144 / 189 lb 65.3 / 85.7 kg | 183 / 233 lb 83 / 105.7 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | 78 / 112 lb 35.4 / 50.8 kg | 112 / 152 lb 50.8 / 68.9 kg | 152 / 198 lb 68.9 / 89.8 kg | 193 / 245 lb 87.5 / 111.1 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | 81 / 117 lb 36.7 / 53.1 kg | 117 / 159 lb 53.1 / 72.1 kg | 159 / 208 lb 72.1 / 94.3 kg | 202 / 256 lb 91.6 / 116.1 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | 85 / 122 lb 38.6 / 55.3 kg | 122 / 166 lb 55.3 / 75.3 kg | 166 / 217 lb 75.3 / 98.4 kg | 210 / 268 lb 95.3 / 121.6 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | 88 / 127 lb 39.9 / 57.6 kg | 127 / 173 lb 57.6 / 78.5 kg | 173 / 226 lb 78.5 / 102.5 kg | 219 / 279 lb 99.3 / 126.6 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | 92 / 132 lb 41.7 / 59.9 kg | 132 / 179 lb 59.9 / 81.2 kg | 179 / 234 lb 81.2 / 106.1 kg | 228 / 289 lb 103.4 / 131.1 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | 95 / 137 lb 43.1 / 62.1 kg | 137 / 186 lb 62.1 / 84.4 kg | 186 / 243 lb 84.4 / 110.2 kg | 236 / 300 lb 107 / 136.1 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | 98 / 142 lb 44.5 / 64.4 kg | 142 / 192 lb 64.4 / 87.1 kg | 192 / 251 lb 87.1 / 113.9 kg | 244 / 310 lb 110.7 / 140.6 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | 102 / 146 lb 46.3 / 66.2 kg | 146 / 199 lb 66.2 / 90.3 kg | 199 / 260 lb 90.3 / 117.9 kg | 252 / 321 lb 114.3 / 145.6 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | 105 / 151 lb 47.6 / 68.5 kg | 151 / 205 lb 68.5 / 93 kg | 205 / 268 lb 93 / 121.6 kg | 260 / 331 lb 117.9 / 150.1 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | 108 / 156 lb 49 / 70.8 kg | 156 / 211 lb 70.8 / 95.7 kg | 211 / 276 lb 95.7 / 125.2 kg | 268 / 341 lb 121.6 / 154.7 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | 111 / 160 lb 50.3 / 72.6 kg | 160 / 217 lb 72.6 / 98.4 kg | 217 / 284 lb 98.4 / 128.8 kg | 276 / 351 lb 125.2 / 159.2 kg |
| 250 lb 113.4 kg | 114 / 165 lb 51.7 / 74.8 kg | 165 / 223 lb 74.8 / 101.2 kg | 223 / 292 lb 101.2 / 132.4 kg | 283 / 360 lb 128.4 / 163.3 kg |
| 260 lb 117.9 kg | 117 / 169 lb 53.1 / 76.7 kg | 169 / 229 lb 76.7 / 103.9 kg | 229 / 300 lb 103.9 / 136.1 kg | 291 / 370 lb 132 / 167.8 kg |
| 270 lb 122.5 kg | 120 / 173 lb 54.4 / 78.5 kg | 173 / 235 lb 78.5 / 106.6 kg | 235 / 307 lb 106.6 / 139.3 kg | 298 / 379 lb 135.2 / 171.9 kg |
| 280 lb 127 kg | 123 / 177 lb 55.8 / 80.3 kg | 177 / 241 lb 80.3 / 109.3 kg | 241 / 315 lb 109.3 / 142.9 kg | 306 / 388 lb 138.8 / 176 kg |
| 290 lb 131.5 kg | 126 / 182 lb 57.2 / 82.6 kg | 182 / 247 lb 82.6 / 112 kg | 247 / 322 lb 112 / 146.1 kg | 313 / 398 lb 142 / 180.5 kg |
| 300 lb 136.1 kg | 129 / 186 lb 58.5 / 84.4 kg | 186 / 252 lb 84.4 / 114.3 kg | 252 / 329 lb 114.3 / 149.2 kg | 320 / 407 lb 145.1 / 184.6 kg |
Women’s Smith Machine Bent Over Row vs Yates Bent Over Row Standards
How to read the table: The first number is Smith Machine Bent Over Row; the second is Yates Bent Over Row. Each number is the lowest estimated one-rep max needed to reach that strength level. Scroll horizontally on smaller screens.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 lb 45.4 kg | 37 / 66 lb 16.8 / 29.9 kg | 55 / 94 lb 24.9 / 42.6 kg | 78 / 124 lb 35.4 / 56.2 kg | 101 / 153 lb 45.8 / 69.4 kg |
| 110 lb 49.9 kg | 39 / 71 lb 17.7 / 32.2 kg | 59 / 100 lb 26.8 / 45.4 kg | 83 / 132 lb 37.6 / 59.9 kg | 107 / 163 lb 48.5 / 73.9 kg |
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | 41 / 75 lb 18.6 / 34 kg | 62 / 106 lb 28.1 / 48.1 kg | 88 / 140 lb 39.9 / 63.5 kg | 114 / 173 lb 51.7 / 78.5 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | 44 / 79 lb 20 / 35.8 kg | 65 / 112 lb 29.5 / 50.8 kg | 93 / 147 lb 42.2 / 66.7 kg | 120 / 183 lb 54.4 / 83 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | 46 / 83 lb 20.9 / 37.6 kg | 69 / 117 lb 31.3 / 53.1 kg | 97 / 155 lb 44 / 70.3 kg | 126 / 192 lb 57.2 / 87.1 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | 48 / 87 lb 21.8 / 39.5 kg | 72 / 123 lb 32.7 / 55.8 kg | 102 / 162 lb 46.3 / 73.5 kg | 132 / 201 lb 59.9 / 91.2 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | 50 / 91 lb 22.7 / 41.3 kg | 75 / 128 lb 34 / 58.1 kg | 106 / 169 lb 48.1 / 76.7 kg | 138 / 210 lb 62.6 / 95.3 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | 52 / 95 lb 23.6 / 43.1 kg | 78 / 134 lb 35.4 / 60.8 kg | 111 / 176 lb 50.3 / 79.8 kg | 143 / 218 lb 64.9 / 98.9 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | 54 / 98 lb 24.5 / 44.5 kg | 81 / 139 lb 36.7 / 63 kg | 115 / 183 lb 52.2 / 83 kg | 149 / 227 lb 67.6 / 103 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | 56 / 102 lb 25.4 / 46.3 kg | 84 / 144 lb 38.1 / 65.3 kg | 119 / 190 lb 54 / 86.2 kg | 155 / 235 lb 70.3 / 106.6 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | 58 / 105 lb 26.3 / 47.6 kg | 87 / 149 lb 39.5 / 67.6 kg | 124 / 196 lb 56.2 / 88.9 kg | 160 / 243 lb 72.6 / 110.2 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | 60 / 109 lb 27.2 / 49.4 kg | 90 / 154 lb 40.8 / 69.9 kg | 128 / 203 lb 58.1 / 92.1 kg | 165 / 252 lb 74.8 / 114.3 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | 62 / 112 lb 28.1 / 50.8 kg | 93 / 159 lb 42.2 / 72.1 kg | 132 / 209 lb 59.9 / 94.8 kg | 170 / 259 lb 77.1 / 117.5 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | 64 / 116 lb 29 / 52.6 kg | 96 / 164 lb 43.5 / 74.4 kg | 136 / 215 lb 61.7 / 97.5 kg | 176 / 267 lb 79.8 / 121.1 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | 66 / 119 lb 29.9 / 54 kg | 98 / 168 lb 44.5 / 76.2 kg | 140 / 222 lb 63.5 / 100.7 kg | 181 / 275 lb 82.1 / 124.7 kg |
How Your Smith Machine Bent Over Row vs Yates Bent Over Row Result Is Calculated
Both lifts are scored independently first: estimated max, bodyweight-adjusted strength level, and progress toward the next level. Those ratings drive the comparison.
1. Estimate a one-rep max from each set
When the set contains one rep, the entered load is the estimate. For 2–12 reps, the calculator keeps the less aggressive of the two formula results.
- Epley: weight × (1 + reps ÷ 30)
- Brzycki: weight × 36 ÷ (37 − reps)
Use recent Smith Machine Bent Over Row and Yates Bent Over Row sets with consistent technique and full intended range of motion. Difficult lower-rep sets generally make the estimated max less dependent on extrapolation.
2. Find the smith machine bent over row strength level
For smith machine bent over row, the individual exercise thresholds start from reference bodyweights of 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women. Exact-bodyweight targets use reference target × (user bodyweight ÷ reference bodyweight) to the two-thirds power.
The target rises more slowly than bodyweight so larger lifters are expected to lift more without requiring strength to increase pound for pound.
3. Find the yates bent over row strength level
For yates bent over row, the individual exercise thresholds start from reference bodyweights of 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women. Exact-bodyweight targets use reference target × (user bodyweight ÷ reference bodyweight) to the two-thirds power.
This adjustment expects larger lifters to move more weight, but it does not increase the target pound for pound with bodyweight.
4. Compare the two results
Each max receives a level from Beginner through Elite. The lower-level lift becomes the priority. At matching levels, a priority appears only when one lift is at least 10 points farther from its next level; otherwise the result is Balanced.
Treat the result as a training comparison rather than an explanation of why one lift trails. Set quality, fatigue, skill, and training exposure all matter. Age range is recorded anonymously but does not change these standards.
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Estimate each max | Use the entered weight for 1 rep; for 2–12 reps, keep the lower formula result. |
| Rate the smith machine bent over row | Use the exercise-specific estimated max and adjust targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds scaling rule. |
| Rate the yates bent over row | Use the exercise-specific estimated max and adjust targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds scaling rule. |
| Compare different levels | Name the lower-level lift as the priority. |
| Compare matching levels | Use Balanced unless the difference in progress toward the next level reaches 10 points. |
How Men’s Smith Machine Bent Over Row and Yates Bent Over Row Standards Differ
How to read both charts: Choose a strength level, find bodyweight along the bottom, and follow that level’s line. Zero means the two standards are equal. Above zero means the yates bent over row standard is higher; below zero means the smith machine bent over row standard is higher. On a phone, swipe the chart left and right to inspect the full-size lines and labels. The tables provide the exact pounds and kilograms.
What the men’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 120 lb.
The higher target remains with Yates Bent Over Row for Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite throughout the table.
At Elite, the difference is 21.3 kg at 120 lb and 39.5 kg at 300 lb.
How to read the table: Every number is the yates bent over row standard minus the smith machine bent over row standard. A plus sign means the yates bent over row standard is higher. A minus sign means the smith machine bent over row standard is higher.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | +31 lb +14 kg | +36 lb +16.3 kg | +42 lb +19.1 kg | +47 lb +21.3 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | +32 lb +14.5 kg | +38 lb +17.2 kg | +45 lb +20.4 kg | +50 lb +22.7 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | +34 lb +15.4 kg | +40 lb +18.1 kg | +46 lb +20.9 kg | +52 lb +23.6 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | +36 lb +16.4 kg | +42 lb +19 kg | +49 lb +22.2 kg | +54 lb +24.5 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | +37 lb +16.7 kg | +44 lb +20 kg | +51 lb +23.1 kg | +58 lb +26.3 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | +39 lb +17.7 kg | +46 lb +20.9 kg | +53 lb +24 kg | +60 lb +27.3 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | +40 lb +18.2 kg | +47 lb +21.3 kg | +55 lb +24.9 kg | +61 lb +27.7 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | +42 lb +19 kg | +49 lb +22.3 kg | +57 lb +25.8 kg | +64 lb +29.1 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | +44 lb +19.9 kg | +50 lb +22.7 kg | +59 lb +26.8 kg | +66 lb +29.9 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | +44 lb +19.9 kg | +53 lb +24.1 kg | +61 lb +27.6 kg | +69 lb +31.3 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | +46 lb +20.9 kg | +54 lb +24.5 kg | +63 lb +28.6 kg | +71 lb +32.2 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | +48 lb +21.8 kg | +55 lb +24.9 kg | +65 lb +29.5 kg | +73 lb +33.1 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | +49 lb +22.3 kg | +57 lb +25.8 kg | +67 lb +30.4 kg | +75 lb +34 kg |
| 250 lb 113.4 kg | +51 lb +23.1 kg | +58 lb +26.4 kg | +69 lb +31.2 kg | +77 lb +34.9 kg |
| 260 lb 117.9 kg | +52 lb +23.6 kg | +60 lb +27.2 kg | +71 lb +32.2 kg | +79 lb +35.8 kg |
| 270 lb 122.5 kg | +53 lb +24.1 kg | +62 lb +28.1 kg | +72 lb +32.7 kg | +81 lb +36.7 kg |
| 280 lb 127 kg | +54 lb +24.5 kg | +64 lb +29 kg | +74 lb +33.6 kg | +82 lb +37.2 kg |
| 290 lb 131.5 kg | +56 lb +25.4 kg | +65 lb +29.4 kg | +75 lb +34.1 kg | +85 lb +38.5 kg |
| 300 lb 136.1 kg | +57 lb +25.9 kg | +66 lb +29.9 kg | +77 lb +34.9 kg | +87 lb +39.5 kg |
How Women’s Smith Machine Bent Over Row and Yates Bent Over Row Standards Differ
What the women’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 100 lb.
Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite at every displayed bodyweight.
At Elite, the difference is 23.6 kg at 100 lb and 42.6 kg at 240 lb.
How to read the table: Every number is the yates bent over row standard minus the smith machine bent over row standard. A plus sign means the yates bent over row standard is higher. A minus sign means the smith machine bent over row standard is higher.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 lb 45.4 kg | +29 lb +13.1 kg | +39 lb +17.7 kg | +46 lb +20.8 kg | +52 lb +23.6 kg |
| 110 lb 49.9 kg | +32 lb +14.5 kg | +41 lb +18.6 kg | +49 lb +22.3 kg | +56 lb +25.4 kg |
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | +34 lb +15.4 kg | +44 lb +20 kg | +52 lb +23.6 kg | +59 lb +26.8 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | +35 lb +15.8 kg | +47 lb +21.3 kg | +54 lb +24.5 kg | +63 lb +28.6 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | +37 lb +16.7 kg | +48 lb +21.8 kg | +58 lb +26.3 kg | +66 lb +29.9 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | +39 lb +17.7 kg | +51 lb +23.1 kg | +60 lb +27.2 kg | +69 lb +31.3 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | +41 lb +18.6 kg | +53 lb +24.1 kg | +63 lb +28.6 kg | +72 lb +32.7 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | +43 lb +19.5 kg | +56 lb +25.4 kg | +65 lb +29.5 kg | +75 lb +34 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | +44 lb +20 kg | +58 lb +26.3 kg | +68 lb +30.8 kg | +78 lb +35.4 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | +46 lb +20.9 kg | +60 lb +27.2 kg | +71 lb +32.2 kg | +80 lb +36.3 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | +47 lb +21.3 kg | +62 lb +28.1 kg | +72 lb +32.7 kg | +83 lb +37.6 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | +49 lb +22.2 kg | +64 lb +29.1 kg | +75 lb +34 kg | +87 lb +39.5 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | +50 lb +22.7 kg | +66 lb +29.9 kg | +77 lb +34.9 kg | +89 lb +40.4 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | +52 lb +23.6 kg | +68 lb +30.9 kg | +79 lb +35.8 kg | +91 lb +41.3 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | +53 lb +24.1 kg | +70 lb +31.7 kg | +82 lb +37.2 kg | +94 lb +42.6 kg |
Smith Machine Bent Over Row and Yates Bent Over Row Exercises Used by This Calculator
Valid results depend on using the specified smith machine bent over row and yates bent over row technique and load convention. Use strict, repeatable Smith Machine Bent Over Row and Yates Bent Over Row tests that follow each exercise’s setup, range of motion, equipment, and load rules. Do not mix variations, assistance, partial range, momentum, or different load conventions.
Use the Smith Machine Bent Over Row setup and load convention
The entered weight for strict Smith Machine Bent Over Row. Valid Smith Machine Bent Over Row reps. The lifter must pull the bar toward the approved trunk contact or near-contact point, then lower under control to full arm extension. A valid finish requires controlled top row position without excessive trunk heave, shrug-only motion, or bar-hook contact. Consistent setup, range, and finish quality across the entered set. No substituted exercise or assisted reps.
Use the Yates Bent Over Row setup and load convention
Total barbell load is used. Use a straight underhand barbell grip. Start from a controlled hang. Hold a semi-upright hip hinge. Pull to lower abdomen or hip line. Keep elbows close to the torso. Reach full bottom arm extension. Return each rep under control. No straps, hip snap, or torso heave. No shrug, high-pull, or curl finish.
Enter one recent Smith Machine Bent Over Row result and one recent Yates Bent Over Row result
Enter the working weight and a whole number of strict repetitions for each exercise. Pounds and kilograms can be mixed.
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