Dips
Dips is a arms exercise focused on Triceps brachii, Biceps brachii, Lower pectoralis. You can review average reps and rep standards on one page.
Average reps: Intermediate
Reference for an intermediate lifter.
Men
20
Women
10
Dips: Average reps
| Level | ||
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | < 1 | < 1 |
| Novice | 8 | < 1 |
| Intermediate | 20 | 10 |
| Advanced | 34 | 22 |
| Elite | 49 | 35 |
Note: These values estimate average reps that can be completed in one set. Bodyweight, range of motion, tempo, and other personal factors can affect performance. See the detailed tables below.
Dips: Rep standards
Men by bodyweight (kg) [Reps]
| Bodyweight | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | < 1 | 7 | 19 | 34 | 50 |
| 55 | < 1 | 8 | 20 | 34 | 50 |
| 60 | < 1 | 9 | 20 | 34 | 49 |
| 65 | < 1 | 9 | 20 | 33 | 47 |
| 70 | < 1 | 9 | 20 | 33 | 46 |
| 75 | 1 | 10 | 20 | 32 | 45 |
| 80 | 1 | 10 | 20 | 32 | 44 |
| 85 | 2 | 10 | 20 | 31 | 43 |
| 90 | 2 | 10 | 19 | 30 | 42 |
| 95 | 2 | 10 | 19 | 29 | 41 |
| 100 | 2 | 9 | 18 | 29 | 40 |
| 105 | 2 | 9 | 18 | 28 | 39 |
| 110 | 2 | 9 | 18 | 27 | 38 |
| 115 | 2 | 9 | 17 | 27 | 37 |
| 120 | 2 | 9 | 17 | 26 | 36 |
| 125 | 2 | 9 | 16 | 25 | 35 |
| 130 | 2 | 9 | 16 | 25 | 34 |
| 135 | 2 | 8 | 15 | 24 | 33 |
| 140 | 2 | 8 | 15 | 23 | 32 |
Men by age [Reps]
| Age | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | < 1 | 3 | 13 | 25 | 37 |
| 20 | < 1 | 8 | 19 | 32 | 47 |
| 25 | < 1 | 8 | 20 | 34 | 49 |
| 30 | < 1 | 8 | 20 | 34 | 49 |
| 35 | < 1 | 8 | 20 | 34 | 49 |
| 40 | < 1 | 8 | 20 | 34 | 49 |
| 45 | < 1 | 7 | 17 | 31 | 45 |
| 50 | < 1 | 5 | 15 | 27 | 40 |
| 55 | < 1 | 2 | 11 | 23 | 35 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | 8 | 18 | 30 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 14 | 24 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | 2 | 10 | 18 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 13 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 9 |
| 85 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 |
| 90 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 |
Women by bodyweight (kg) [Reps]
| Bodyweight | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 22 | 37 |
| 45 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 22 | 36 |
| 50 | < 1 | 1 | 10 | 22 | 34 |
| 55 | < 1 | 1 | 10 | 21 | 33 |
| 60 | < 1 | 2 | 10 | 21 | 32 |
| 65 | < 1 | 2 | 10 | 20 | 31 |
| 70 | < 1 | 2 | 10 | 19 | 30 |
| 75 | < 1 | 2 | 9 | 18 | 28 |
| 80 | < 1 | 2 | 9 | 18 | 27 |
| 85 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 26 |
| 90 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 16 | 25 |
| 95 | < 1 | 1 | 8 | 16 | 24 |
| 100 | < 1 | 1 | 8 | 15 | 23 |
| 105 | < 1 | < 1 | 8 | 14 | 22 |
| 110 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 14 | 21 |
| 115 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 13 | 20 |
| 120 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 12 | 20 |
Women by age [Reps]
| Age | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 15 | 26 |
| 20 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 21 | 34 |
| 25 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 22 | 35 |
| 30 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 22 | 35 |
| 35 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 22 | 35 |
| 40 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 22 | 35 |
| 45 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 20 | 32 |
| 50 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 17 | 28 |
| 55 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 13 | 24 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | 1 | 10 | 19 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 15 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 10 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 |
| 85 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 |
| 90 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 |
Note: The table values are reference rep counts for one set. Bodyweight data can help estimate relative load, while age data can show trend differences.
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World records
Last Updated: July 2, 2026
How to read the table
| Level | Description | Distribution |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Has learned proper form and trained consistently for at least 1 month. | Bottom 5% |
| Novice | Has trained consistently for at least 6 months. | Top 80% |
| Intermediate | Has trained consistently for at least 2 years. | Top 50% |
| Advanced | Has trained consistently for more than 5 years. | Top 20% |
| Elite | Has specialized in this exercise for more than 5 years. | Top 5% |
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