Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press vs Push Press Strength Standards
Compare your hammer grip incline dumbbell bench press and push press 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, complete strict hammer grip incline dumbbell bench press repetitions through full range with a stable setup, controlled weight, and no assistance. For the second exercise, leg drive initiates the bar path and the arms finish the lockout overhead. Each lift is compared with its own standards, so the heavier lift is not automatically the stronger one.
Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press vs Push Press Strength Standards
Use these tables to compare the estimated one-rep max required for the hammer grip incline dumbbell bench press and push press 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 Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press / Push Press, with pounds above kilograms. Use the calculator for your exact bodyweight and recent sets.
Men’s Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press vs Push Press Standards
How to read the table: Find the closest bodyweight, then use the labeled exercise row. Every strength-level entry shows one target with pounds first and kilograms beneath it.
| Bodyweight | Exercise | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lb54.4 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 63 lb28.6 kg | 88 lb39.9 kg | 117 lb53.1 kg | 149 lb67.6 kg |
| Push Press | 91 lb41.3 kg | 107 lb48.5 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | 158 lb71.7 kg | |
| 130 lb59 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 66 lb29.9 kg | 92 lb41.7 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg | 157 lb71.2 kg |
| Push Press | 96 lb43.5 kg | 113 lb51.3 kg | 133 lb60.3 kg | 167 lb75.7 kg | |
| 140 lb63.5 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 69 lb31.3 kg | 97 lb44 kg | 130 lb59 kg | 165 lb74.8 kg |
| Push Press | 101 lb45.8 kg | 119 lb54 kg | 140 lb63.5 kg | 175 lb79.4 kg | |
| 150 lb68 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 73 lb33.1 kg | 102 lb46.3 kg | 136 lb61.7 kg | 173 lb78.5 kg |
| Push Press | 106 lb48.1 kg | 125 lb56.7 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg | 184 lb83.5 kg | |
| 160 lb72.6 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 76 lb34.5 kg | 106 lb48.1 kg | 142 lb64.4 kg | 180 lb81.6 kg |
| Push Press | 111 lb50.3 kg | 130 lb59 kg | 152 lb68.9 kg | 192 lb87.1 kg | |
| 170 lb77.1 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 79 lb35.8 kg | 110 lb49.9 kg | 148 lb67.1 kg | 188 lb85.3 kg |
| Push Press | 115 lb52.2 kg | 136 lb61.7 kg | 159 lb72.1 kg | 200 lb90.7 kg | |
| 180 lb81.6 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 82 lb37.2 kg | 115 lb52.2 kg | 153 lb69.4 kg | 195 lb88.5 kg |
| Push Press | 120 lb54.4 kg | 141 lb64 kg | 165 lb74.8 kg | 207 lb93.9 kg | |
| 190 lb86.2 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 85 lb38.6 kg | 119 lb54 kg | 159 lb72.1 kg | 202 lb91.6 kg |
| Push Press | 124 lb56.2 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg | 171 lb77.6 kg | 215 lb97.5 kg | |
| 200 lb90.7 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 88 lb39.9 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg | 165 lb74.8 kg | 209 lb94.8 kg |
| Push Press | 128 lb58.1 kg | 151 lb68.5 kg | 177 lb80.3 kg | 222 lb100.7 kg | |
| 210 lb95.3 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 91 lb41.3 kg | 127 lb57.6 kg | 170 lb77.1 kg | 216 lb98 kg |
| Push Press | 133 lb60.3 kg | 156 lb70.8 kg | 183 lb83 kg | 230 lb104.3 kg | |
| 220 lb99.8 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 94 lb42.6 kg | 131 lb59.4 kg | 175 lb79.4 kg | 223 lb101.2 kg |
| Push Press | 137 lb62.1 kg | 161 lb73 kg | 189 lb85.7 kg | 237 lb107.5 kg | |
| 230 lb104.3 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 97 lb44 kg | 135 lb61.2 kg | 181 lb82.1 kg | 229 lb103.9 kg |
| Push Press | 141 lb64 kg | 166 lb75.3 kg | 194 lb88 kg | 244 lb110.7 kg | |
| 240 lb108.9 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 99 lb44.9 kg | 139 lb63 kg | 186 lb84.4 kg | 236 lb107 kg |
| Push Press | 145 lb65.8 kg | 171 lb77.6 kg | 200 lb90.7 kg | 251 lb113.9 kg | |
| 250 lb113.4 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 102 lb46.3 kg | 143 lb64.9 kg | 191 lb86.6 kg | 243 lb110.2 kg |
| Push Press | 149 lb67.6 kg | 175 lb79.4 kg | 205 lb93 kg | 258 lb117 kg | |
| 260 lb117.9 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 105 lb47.6 kg | 147 lb66.7 kg | 196 lb88.9 kg | 249 lb112.9 kg |
| Push Press | 153 lb69.4 kg | 180 lb81.6 kg | 211 lb95.7 kg | 265 lb120.2 kg | |
| 270 lb122.5 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 107 lb48.5 kg | 150 lb68 kg | 201 lb91.2 kg | 255 lb115.7 kg |
| Push Press | 157 lb71.2 kg | 185 lb83.9 kg | 216 lb98 kg | 272 lb123.4 kg | |
| 280 lb127 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 110 lb49.9 kg | 154 lb69.9 kg | 206 lb93.4 kg | 262 lb118.8 kg |
| Push Press | 161 lb73 kg | 189 lb85.7 kg | 221 lb100.2 kg | 278 lb126.1 kg | |
| 290 lb131.5 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 113 lb51.3 kg | 158 lb71.7 kg | 211 lb95.7 kg | 268 lb121.6 kg |
| Push Press | 164 lb74.4 kg | 194 lb88 kg | 227 lb103 kg | 285 lb129.3 kg | |
| 300 lb136.1 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 115 lb52.2 kg | 161 lb73 kg | 216 lb98 kg | 274 lb124.3 kg |
| Push Press | 168 lb76.2 kg | 198 lb89.8 kg | 232 lb105.2 kg | 292 lb132.4 kg |
Women’s Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press vs Push Press Standards
How to read the table: Find the closest bodyweight, then use the labeled exercise row. Every strength-level entry shows one target with pounds first and kilograms beneath it.
| Bodyweight | Exercise | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 lb45.4 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 30 lb13.6 kg | 44 lb20 kg | 62 lb28.1 kg | 82 lb37.2 kg |
| Push Press | 43 lb19.5 kg | 54 lb24.5 kg | 66 lb29.9 kg | 87 lb39.5 kg | |
| 110 lb49.9 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 32 lb14.5 kg | 47 lb21.3 kg | 66 lb29.9 kg | 87 lb39.5 kg |
| Push Press | 46 lb20.9 kg | 58 lb26.3 kg | 71 lb32.2 kg | 93 lb42.2 kg | |
| 120 lb54.4 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 34 lb15.4 kg | 50 lb22.7 kg | 70 lb31.8 kg | 92 lb41.7 kg |
| Push Press | 49 lb22.2 kg | 61 lb27.7 kg | 75 lb34 kg | 98 lb44.5 kg | |
| 130 lb59 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 35 lb15.9 kg | 53 lb24 kg | 74 lb33.6 kg | 97 lb44 kg |
| Push Press | 52 lb23.6 kg | 65 lb29.5 kg | 79 lb35.8 kg | 104 lb47.2 kg | |
| 140 lb63.5 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 37 lb16.8 kg | 55 lb24.9 kg | 77 lb34.9 kg | 102 lb46.3 kg |
| Push Press | 54 lb24.5 kg | 68 lb30.8 kg | 83 lb37.6 kg | 109 lb49.4 kg | |
| 150 lb68 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 39 lb17.7 kg | 58 lb26.3 kg | 81 lb36.7 kg | 107 lb48.5 kg |
| Push Press | 57 lb25.9 kg | 71 lb32.2 kg | 87 lb39.5 kg | 114 lb51.7 kg | |
| 160 lb72.6 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 41 lb18.6 kg | 61 lb27.7 kg | 85 lb38.6 kg | 112 lb50.8 kg |
| Push Press | 60 lb27.2 kg | 74 lb33.6 kg | 91 lb41.3 kg | 119 lb54 kg | |
| 170 lb77.1 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 42 lb19.1 kg | 63 lb28.6 kg | 88 lb39.9 kg | 116 lb52.6 kg |
| Push Press | 62 lb28.1 kg | 77 lb34.9 kg | 95 lb43.1 kg | 124 lb56.2 kg | |
| 180 lb81.6 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 44 lb20 kg | 65 lb29.5 kg | 91 lb41.3 kg | 121 lb54.9 kg |
| Push Press | 64 lb29 kg | 80 lb36.3 kg | 98 lb44.5 kg | 129 lb58.5 kg | |
| 190 lb86.2 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 46 lb20.9 kg | 68 lb30.8 kg | 95 lb43.1 kg | 125 lb56.7 kg |
| Push Press | 67 lb30.4 kg | 83 lb37.6 kg | 102 lb46.3 kg | 133 lb60.3 kg | |
| 200 lb90.7 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 47 lb21.3 kg | 70 lb31.8 kg | 98 lb44.5 kg | 130 lb59 kg |
| Push Press | 69 lb31.3 kg | 86 lb39 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg | 138 lb62.6 kg | |
| 210 lb95.3 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 49 lb22.2 kg | 73 lb33.1 kg | 101 lb45.8 kg | 134 lb60.8 kg |
| Push Press | 71 lb32.2 kg | 89 lb40.4 kg | 109 lb49.4 kg | 143 lb64.9 kg | |
| 220 lb99.8 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 50 lb22.7 kg | 75 lb34 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg | 138 lb62.6 kg |
| Push Press | 74 lb33.6 kg | 92 lb41.7 kg | 112 lb50.8 kg | 147 lb66.7 kg | |
| 230 lb104.3 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 52 lb23.6 kg | 77 lb34.9 kg | 108 lb49 kg | 142 lb64.4 kg |
| Push Press | 76 lb34.5 kg | 94 lb42.6 kg | 116 lb52.6 kg | 152 lb68.9 kg | |
| 240 lb108.9 kg | Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | 53 lb24 kg | 79 lb35.8 kg | 111 lb50.3 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg |
| Push Press | 78 lb35.4 kg | 97 lb44 kg | 119 lb54 kg | 156 lb70.8 kg |
How Your Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press vs Push Press 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
A one-rep set uses the entered weight. For 2–12 reps, both formulas are calculated and the lower estimate is retained.
- Epley: weight × (1 + reps ÷ 30)
- Brzycki: weight × 36 ÷ (37 − reps)
Use recent Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Push Press 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 hammer grip incline dumbbell bench press strength level
For hammer grip incline dumbbell bench press, 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 push press strength level
For push press, 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 hammer grip incline dumbbell bench press | Use the exercise-specific estimated max and adjust targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds scaling rule. |
| Rate the push press | 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. |
Use the calculator above to view both estimated maxes, strength levels, next targets, and the resulting priority or Balanced verdict.
How Men’s Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Push Press Standards Differ
What the men’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 120 lb.
Across all listed bodyweights, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite keep the same higher-target direction.
4.1 → 8.1 kg from 120 to 300 lb bodyweight.
How to read this chart: Choose a strength level and follow its line across bodyweight. Values show the Push Press standard minus the Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press standard: zero means equal, above zero means the Push Press standard is higher, and below zero means the Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press standard is higher. Swipe horizontally on mobile. Use the standards table for exact lb/kg targets.
Line chart loading. The standards tables above contain the exact pounds and kilograms.
How Women’s Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Push Press Standards Differ
What the women’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 100 lb.
Across all listed bodyweights, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite keep the same higher-target direction.
At Elite, the difference is 2.3 kg at 100 lb and 4.6 kg at 240 lb.
How to read this chart: Choose a strength level and follow its line across bodyweight. Values show the Push Press standard minus the Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press standard: zero means equal, above zero means the Push Press standard is higher, and below zero means the Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press standard is higher. Swipe horizontally on mobile. Use the standards table for exact lb/kg targets.
Line chart loading. The standards tables above contain the exact pounds and kilograms.
Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Push Press Exercises Used by This Calculator
The calculator expects repeatable hammer grip incline dumbbell bench press and push press results. Follow each exercise definition below so the two ratings are based on valid tests. Use strict, repeatable Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Push Press 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 Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press setup and load convention
The entered weight for strict Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press. Valid Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press reps. The movement must follow the defined Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press path: matching dumbbells are pressed from a controlled incline bench bottom position to lockout using a neutral or hammer grip and finish with A valid finish requires the defined end position for Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press, visible control of the weight, and no assistance or substituted exercise style. Consistent setup, range, and finish quality across the entered set. No substituted exercise or assisted reps.
Use the exercise-specific Push Press setup and load convention
Barbell starts in the front rack position at the shoulders. A controlled dip is performed using the legs and hips before driving the bar upward. Leg drive initiates the bar path and the arms finish the lockout overhead. Each rep counts only when the bar is fully locked out overhead with elbows fully extended. The bar must remain under control throughout the full range of motion. Dip depth and technique must stay consistent across tests. Raw lifting only. Allowed equipment: barbell, rack, belt (optional), wrist wraps (optional), lifting shoes (optional). Excluded variations: strict overhead press (no leg drive), push jerk, split jerk, partial lockout reps, Smith machine pressing, and machine shoulder press variations. Estimated 1RM is calculated from the entered load and reps.
Enter one recent Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Bench Press result and one recent Push Press result
First lift: weight used and 1–12 strict reps. Second lift: total barbell load and 1–12 strict reps. Pounds or kilograms.
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