1RM Level Guidelines
Find the level that fits your experience. These are guidelines, not strict entry limits. Check the event weights as well.
Women
Level 1 · Beginner
| Class | Deadlift 1RM · kg | Clean & Press 1RM · kg |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | +/- 90 | +/- 35 |
Level 2 · Advanced
| Class | Deadlift 1RM · kg | Clean & Press 1RM · kg |
|---|---|---|
| U64 | +/- 120 | +/- 50 |
| U73 | +/- 125 | +/- 55 |
| U82 | +/- 135 | +/- 60 |
| Open | +/- 150 | +/- 65 |
Level 3 · Experienced
| Class | Deadlift 1RM · kg | Clean & Press 1RM · kg |
|---|---|---|
| U64 | +/- 145 | +/- 60 |
| U73 | +/- 155 | +/- 65 |
| U82 | +/- 160 | +/- 70 |
| Open | +/- 185 | +/- 75 |
Level 4 · Semi-pro
| Class | Deadlift 1RM · kg | Clean & Press 1RM · kg |
|---|---|---|
| U64 | +/- 170 | +/- 70 |
| U73 | +/- 180 | +/- 75 |
| U82 | +/- 190 | +/- 85 |
| Open | 215 > | 90 > |
Men
Level 1 · Beginner
| Class | Deadlift 1RM · kg | Clean & Press 1RM · kg |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | +/- 135 | +/- 60 |
Level 2 · Advanced
| Class | Deadlift 1RM · kg | Clean & Press 1RM · kg |
|---|---|---|
| U80 | +/- 175 | +/- 75 |
| U90 | +/- 195 | +/- 85 |
| U105 | +/- 210 | +/- 90 |
| Open | +/- 225 | +/- 100 |
Level 3 · Experienced
| Class | Deadlift 1RM · kg | Clean & Press 1RM · kg |
|---|---|---|
| U80 | +/- 215 | +/- 95 |
| U90 | +/- 235 | +/- 100 |
| U105 | +/- 255 | +/- 110 |
| Open | +/- 275 | +/- 120 |
Level 4 · Semi-pro
| Class | Deadlift 1RM · kg | Clean & Press 1RM · kg |
|---|---|---|
| U80 | +/- 250 | +/- 110 |
| U90 | +/- 275 | +/- 120 |
| U105 | +/- 300 | +/- 130 |
| Open | 325 > | 140 > |
Guideline values: January 2025. 1RM = one-rep max. Values remain unchanged from the original guide. The event's published rules and weights take precedence.
Printable 2-page guide · Women & Men · 1RM reference
Clarification
The intention of this ‘1RM Level Guideline’ is to have all participants register at the correct level as much as possible. Are you in doubt? Please indicate this when registering and we will work it out.
Please also check the Battle Weights and train all events as much as possible. You can always change level in preparation of the Battle.
The 1RM Level Guideline’ is nothing more than a guideline. Don’t make it too complicated for yourself. Strong(wo)man events are so dynamic that it’s impossible to estimate everything correctly.
Sign up at your appropriate level.
Be honest and sincere! If you can lift and press the weights of a higher level than you are registered at, this will usually be seen in social media and you can be held accountable for it. You don’t want to be that guy labeled as the “medals collector” who competes below his level.
In addition, we want to prevent inexperienced participants from underestimating the Strongman Battles to reduce the risk of injury.
If you want to participate in a lower weight class, you can, but you will of course be excluded from the ranking. Then you participate for gaining experience.
If you’ve finished in the top 3 twice, it’s time to level up!
*All weight program are subject to change.
STRONGMAN BATTLES wants to make Strongman events more accessible to everyone at every level.
That is why we work with different levels. Level 1: beginner, 2: advanced, 3: experienced and 4: semi pro level.
With every Battle, we as an organization gain a lot of experience with the different levels, weight classes and the various battle components. We continue to learn and develop to make the future STRONGMAN BATTLES better every time.
We do this mainly to promote this fun branch of strength sports. Participate, help, don’t take yourself too seriously and above all just have fun!
Related guidance: view all Strongman Battles levels and weight classes or read the Strongman Battles FAQ.
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