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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2026 · 21 MIN

How strong should you be on the big three?

from Uplift Conversations · host Uplift Conversations

🎙️ This week, we’re breaking down one of the most common gym questions: How strong should you actually be? From squat to bench to deadlift, we unpack real strength standards, bodyweight ratios, and what those numbers actually mean for you. 💪Whether you’re new to lifting or chasing advanced numbers, we talk one-rep max myths, age differences, programming smarter, and why these benchmarks are a tool, not a judgement.How strong should you be on the big three?Uplift Conversations, Season 02, Ep. 60▪️ What The “Big Three” Actually Mean – Squat, bench & deadlift explained▪️ StrengthLevel Data – The benchmarks based on 150M+ lifts 📊▪️ Female vs Male Standards – Why ratios differ▪️ One Rep Max – Should you even test it?▪️ Bodyweight Multipliers – Beginner to Elite breakdown▪️ Age & Strength – Does it really decline?▪️ Are You Imbalanced? – Why comparing your lifts matters▪️ Programming Smarter – How to bring up weak lifts▪️ Running + Lifting – Can you build strength during marathon training? 🏃‍♀️📌 Love strength training, running, and building confidence in the gym? Subscribe and join the Uplift community! 🔔💬 Where do you fall on the scale? Are you stronger on squats or deadlifts? Let us know below!Strength Goals calculator: https://strengthlevel.com/

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🎙️ This week, we’re breaking down one of the most common gym questions: How strong should you actually be? From squat to bench to deadlift, we unpack real strength standards, bodyweight ratios, and what those numbers actually mean for you. 💪 Whether you’re new to lifting or chasing advanced numbers, we talk one-rep max myths, age differences, programming smarter, and why these benchmarks are a tool, not a judgement. How strong should you be on the big three? Uplift Conversations, Season 02,...

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