Barbell Clean And Press vs Viking Press
Compare your clean and press (barbell) and viking press against strength standards for your sex and bodyweight. Test each lift with 1–12 strict reps to see estimated one-rep maxes, strength levels, next targets, and priority.
First lift: total barbell load and 1–12 strict reps. Second lift: weight used and 1–12 strict reps. Pounds or kilograms. For the first exercise, stand fully before starting the overhead press. For the second exercise, drive or press the handles to full overhead lockout through the apparatus path, then return under control. Each lift is compared with its own standards, so the heavier lift is not automatically the stronger one.
Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Viking Press Strength Standards
Use these tables to compare the estimated one-rep max required for the clean and press (barbell) and viking 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 Clean And Press (Barbell) / Viking Press, with pounds above kilograms. Use the calculator for your exact bodyweight and recent sets.
Men’s Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Viking 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 | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 70 lb31.8 kg | 87 lb39.5 kg | 104 lb47.2 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg |
| Viking Press | 71 lb32.2 kg | 93 lb42.2 kg | 119 lb54 kg | 152 lb68.9 kg | |
| 130 lb59 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 74 lb33.6 kg | 92 lb41.7 kg | 109 lb49.4 kg | 133 lb60.3 kg |
| Viking Press | 75 lb34 kg | 99 lb44.9 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | 160 lb72.6 kg | |
| 140 lb63.5 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 78 lb35.4 kg | 96 lb43.5 kg | 115 lb52.2 kg | 140 lb63.5 kg |
| Viking Press | 79 lb35.8 kg | 104 lb47.2 kg | 132 lb59.9 kg | 168 lb76.2 kg | |
| 150 lb68 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 81 lb36.7 kg | 101 lb45.8 kg | 120 lb54.4 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg |
| Viking Press | 83 lb37.6 kg | 108 lb49 kg | 138 lb62.6 kg | 176 lb79.8 kg | |
| 160 lb72.6 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 85 lb38.6 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | 152 lb68.9 kg |
| Viking Press | 86 lb39 kg | 113 lb51.3 kg | 144 lb65.3 kg | 184 lb83.5 kg | |
| 170 lb77.1 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 88 lb39.9 kg | 110 lb49.9 kg | 131 lb59.4 kg | 159 lb72.1 kg |
| Viking Press | 90 lb40.8 kg | 118 lb53.5 kg | 150 lb68 kg | 191 lb86.6 kg | |
| 180 lb81.6 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 92 lb41.7 kg | 114 lb51.7 kg | 136 lb61.7 kg | 165 lb74.8 kg |
| Viking Press | 94 lb42.6 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg | 156 lb70.8 kg | 199 lb90.3 kg | |
| 190 lb86.2 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 95 lb43.1 kg | 118 lb53.5 kg | 141 lb64 kg | 171 lb77.6 kg |
| Viking Press | 97 lb44 kg | 127 lb57.6 kg | 162 lb73.5 kg | 206 lb93.4 kg | |
| 200 lb90.7 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 98 lb44.5 kg | 122 lb55.3 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg | 177 lb80.3 kg |
| Viking Press | 100 lb45.4 kg | 131 lb59.4 kg | 168 lb76.2 kg | 213 lb96.6 kg | |
| 210 lb95.3 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 102 lb46.3 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | 151 lb68.5 kg | 183 lb83 kg |
| Viking Press | 104 lb47.2 kg | 136 lb61.7 kg | 173 lb78.5 kg | 220 lb99.8 kg | |
| 220 lb99.8 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 105 lb47.6 kg | 130 lb59 kg | 155 lb70.3 kg | 189 lb85.7 kg |
| Viking Press | 107 lb48.5 kg | 140 lb63.5 kg | 179 lb81.2 kg | 227 lb103 kg | |
| 230 lb104.3 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 108 lb49 kg | 134 lb60.8 kg | 160 lb72.6 kg | 194 lb88 kg |
| Viking Press | 110 lb49.9 kg | 144 lb65.3 kg | 184 lb83.5 kg | 234 lb106.1 kg | |
| 240 lb108.9 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 111 lb50.3 kg | 138 lb62.6 kg | 165 lb74.8 kg | 200 lb90.7 kg |
| Viking Press | 113 lb51.3 kg | 148 lb67.1 kg | 189 lb85.7 kg | 241 lb109.3 kg | |
| 250 lb113.4 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 114 lb51.7 kg | 142 lb64.4 kg | 169 lb76.7 kg | 205 lb93 kg |
| Viking Press | 116 lb52.6 kg | 152 lb68.9 kg | 195 lb88.5 kg | 247 lb112 kg | |
| 260 lb117.9 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 117 lb53.1 kg | 145 lb65.8 kg | 174 lb78.9 kg | 211 lb95.7 kg |
| Viking Press | 120 lb54.4 kg | 157 lb71.2 kg | 200 lb90.7 kg | 254 lb115.2 kg | |
| 270 lb122.5 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 120 lb54.4 kg | 149 lb67.6 kg | 178 lb80.7 kg | 216 lb98 kg |
| Viking Press | 123 lb55.8 kg | 161 lb73 kg | 205 lb93 kg | 260 lb117.9 kg | |
| 280 lb127 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 123 lb55.8 kg | 153 lb69.4 kg | 183 lb83 kg | 221 lb100.2 kg |
| Viking Press | 126 lb57.2 kg | 164 lb74.4 kg | 210 lb95.3 kg | 267 lb121.1 kg | |
| 290 lb131.5 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 126 lb57.2 kg | 156 lb70.8 kg | 187 lb84.8 kg | 227 lb103 kg |
| Viking Press | 129 lb58.5 kg | 168 lb76.2 kg | 215 lb97.5 kg | 273 lb123.8 kg | |
| 300 lb136.1 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 129 lb58.5 kg | 160 lb72.6 kg | 191 lb86.6 kg | 232 lb105.2 kg |
| Viking Press | 132 lb59.9 kg | 172 lb78 kg | 220 lb99.8 kg | 279 lb126.6 kg |
Women’s Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Viking 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 | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 34 lb15.4 kg | 43 lb19.5 kg | 53 lb24 kg | 69 lb31.3 kg |
| Viking Press | 34 lb15.4 kg | 48 lb21.8 kg | 64 lb29 kg | 85 lb38.6 kg | |
| 110 lb49.9 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 37 lb16.8 kg | 46 lb20.9 kg | 56 lb25.4 kg | 73 lb33.1 kg |
| Viking Press | 37 lb16.8 kg | 51 lb23.1 kg | 68 lb30.8 kg | 91 lb41.3 kg | |
| 120 lb54.4 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 39 lb17.7 kg | 48 lb21.8 kg | 59 lb26.8 kg | 78 lb35.4 kg |
| Viking Press | 39 lb17.7 kg | 54 lb24.5 kg | 72 lb32.7 kg | 97 lb44 kg | |
| 130 lb59 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 41 lb18.6 kg | 51 lb23.1 kg | 63 lb28.6 kg | 82 lb37.2 kg |
| Viking Press | 41 lb18.6 kg | 57 lb25.9 kg | 76 lb34.5 kg | 102 lb46.3 kg | |
| 140 lb63.5 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 43 lb19.5 kg | 53 lb24 kg | 66 lb29.9 kg | 86 lb39 kg |
| Viking Press | 43 lb19.5 kg | 60 lb27.2 kg | 80 lb36.3 kg | 107 lb48.5 kg | |
| 150 lb68 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 45 lb20.4 kg | 56 lb25.4 kg | 69 lb31.3 kg | 90 lb40.8 kg |
| Viking Press | 45 lb20.4 kg | 63 lb28.6 kg | 84 lb38.1 kg | 112 lb50.8 kg | |
| 160 lb72.6 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 47 lb21.3 kg | 58 lb26.3 kg | 72 lb32.7 kg | 94 lb42.6 kg |
| Viking Press | 47 lb21.3 kg | 66 lb29.9 kg | 88 lb39.9 kg | 117 lb53.1 kg | |
| 170 lb77.1 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 49 lb22.2 kg | 61 lb27.7 kg | 75 lb34 kg | 98 lb44.5 kg |
| Viking Press | 49 lb22.2 kg | 68 lb30.8 kg | 91 lb41.3 kg | 122 lb55.3 kg | |
| 180 lb81.6 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 51 lb23.1 kg | 63 lb28.6 kg | 78 lb35.4 kg | 102 lb46.3 kg |
| Viking Press | 51 lb23.1 kg | 71 lb32.2 kg | 95 lb43.1 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | |
| 190 lb86.2 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 53 lb24 kg | 66 lb29.9 kg | 81 lb36.7 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg |
| Viking Press | 53 lb24 kg | 74 lb33.6 kg | 98 lb44.5 kg | 131 lb59.4 kg | |
| 200 lb90.7 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 55 lb24.9 kg | 68 lb30.8 kg | 84 lb38.1 kg | 109 lb49.4 kg |
| Viking Press | 55 lb24.9 kg | 76 lb34.5 kg | 102 lb46.3 kg | 136 lb61.7 kg | |
| 210 lb95.3 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 56 lb25.4 kg | 70 lb31.8 kg | 86 lb39 kg | 113 lb51.3 kg |
| Viking Press | 56 lb25.4 kg | 79 lb35.8 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg | 140 lb63.5 kg | |
| 220 lb99.8 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 58 lb26.3 kg | 72 lb32.7 kg | 89 lb40.4 kg | 116 lb52.6 kg |
| Viking Press | 58 lb26.3 kg | 81 lb36.7 kg | 108 lb49 kg | 145 lb65.8 kg | |
| 230 lb104.3 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 60 lb27.2 kg | 74 lb33.6 kg | 92 lb41.7 kg | 120 lb54.4 kg |
| Viking Press | 60 lb27.2 kg | 84 lb38.1 kg | 112 lb50.8 kg | 149 lb67.6 kg | |
| 240 lb108.9 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 62 lb28.1 kg | 77 lb34.9 kg | 94 lb42.6 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg |
| Viking Press | 62 lb28.1 kg | 86 lb39 kg | 115 lb52.2 kg | 153 lb69.4 kg |
How Your Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Viking Press Result Is Calculated
The comparison starts by estimating each max separately. It then rates both lifts against their own standards before identifying the lower result.
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)
For the most useful Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Viking Press comparison, enter clean, difficult sets performed with the same technique and range of motion you use in training. Lower-rep sets usually require less extrapolation.
2. Find the clean and press (barbell) strength level
The standards use the sex-specific thresholds from the individual Clean And Press (Barbell) tool. Targets begin at 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women, then adjust to exact bodyweight with 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 viking press strength level
For viking 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.
Two-thirds scaling raises the target as bodyweight rises while limiting the size advantage that a direct one-to-one adjustment would create.
4. Compare the two results
Strength level decides the comparison first. Matching levels remain Balanced unless progress toward the next target differs by at least 10 points.
The result identifies the lower standards rating, not its cause. Technique, fatigue, training history, and set quality can all affect the comparison. 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 clean and press (barbell) | Use the exercise-specific estimated max and adjust targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds scaling rule. |
| Rate the viking 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. |
The calculator above applies these steps to your exact entries and reports both lift ratings, both next targets, and the final comparison.
How Men’s Clean And Press (Barbell) and Viking Press Standards Differ
What the men’s data shows:
The clean and press (barbell) and viking press standards are within 3 lb at 120 lb, 130 lb, 140 lb, 150 lb, 160 lb, 170 lb, 180 lb, 190 lb, 200 lb, 210 lb, 220 lb, 230 lb, 240 lb, 250 lb, 260 lb, 270 lb, 280 lb, 290 lb, and 300 lb.
Across all listed bodyweights, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite keep the same higher-target direction.
Across 120–300 lb bodyweight, the Elite gap changes from 11.7 to 21.4 kg.
How to read this chart: Choose a strength level and follow its line across bodyweight. Values show the Viking Press standard minus the Clean And Press (Barbell) standard: zero means equal, above zero means the Viking Press standard is higher, and below zero means the Clean And Press (Barbell) 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 Clean And Press (Barbell) and Viking Press Standards Differ
What the women’s data shows:
The clean and press (barbell) and viking press standards are within 3 lb at 100 lb, 110 lb, 120 lb, 130 lb, 140 lb, 150 lb, 160 lb, 170 lb, 180 lb, 190 lb, 200 lb, 210 lb, 220 lb, 230 lb, and 240 lb.
Across all listed bodyweights, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite keep the same higher-target direction.
Across 100–240 lb bodyweight, the Elite gap changes from 7.3 to 13.6 kg.
How to read this chart: Choose a strength level and follow its line across bodyweight. Values show the Viking Press standard minus the Clean And Press (Barbell) standard: zero means equal, above zero means the Viking Press standard is higher, and below zero means the Clean And Press (Barbell) 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.
Clean And Press (Barbell) and Viking Press Exercises Used by This Calculator
The calculator expects repeatable clean and press (barbell) and viking press results. Follow each exercise definition below so the two ratings are based on valid tests. Use strict, repeatable Clean And Press (Barbell) and Viking 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 Clean And Press (Barbell) setup and load convention
Barbell starts on the floor from a dead stop. Clean each rep to a stable front rack. Stand fully before starting the overhead press. Press strictly; no dip, drive, jerk, or rebend. Lock out overhead with hips, knees, and elbows extended. Lower or reset under control before the next rep. No bouncing from the floor between reps. No hang cleans, thrusters, continental cleans, or axle variations. No dumbbells, kettlebells, machines, Smith machines, or straps.
Use the Viking Press setup and load convention
The entered weight for strict Viking Press. Valid Viking Press reps. Drive or press the handles to full overhead lockout through the apparatus path, then return under control. A valid finish requires controlled lockout and no machine bounce, spotter help, or shortened range. Consistent setup, range, and finish quality across the entered set. No substituted exercise or assisted reps.
Enter one recent Clean And Press (Barbell) result and one recent Viking Press result
First lift: total barbell load and 1–12 strict reps. Second lift: weight used and 1–12 strict reps. Pounds or kilograms.
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