Muscle-Up
Muscle-Up is a full body exercise focused on Latissimus dorsi, Pectoralis major, Deltoids. You can review average reps and rep standards on one page.
Average reps: Intermediate
Reference for an intermediate lifter.
Muscle-Up: Average reps
| Level |  |
 |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | < 1 | < 1 |
| Novice | < 1 | < 1 |
| Intermediate | 7 | 5 |
| Advanced | 14 | 11 |
| Elite | 22 | 19 |
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.
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Muscle-Up: Rep standards
Men by bodyweight (kg) [Reps]
| Bodyweight | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 11 | 18 |
| 55 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 11 | 18 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 12 | 18 |
| 65 | < 1 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 18 |
| 70 | < 1 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 18 |
| 75 | < 1 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 18 |
| 80 | < 1 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 17 |
| 85 | < 1 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 17 |
| 90 | < 1 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 16 |
| 95 | < 1 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 16 |
| 100 | < 1 | 2 | 7 | 10 | 15 |
| 105 | < 1 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 15 |
| 110 | < 1 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 14 |
| 115 | < 1 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 14 |
| 120 | < 1 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 13 |
| 125 | < 1 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 13 |
| 130 | < 1 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 13 |
| 135 | < 1 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 12 |
| 140 | < 1 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 12 |
Men by age [Reps]
| Age | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | < 1 | < 1 | 2 | 8 | 15 |
| 20 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 13 | 21 |
| 25 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 14 | 22 |
| 30 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 14 | 22 |
| 35 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 14 | 22 |
| 40 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 14 | 22 |
| 45 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 12 | 20 |
| 50 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 10 | 17 |
| 55 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 13 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 10 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 |
| 85 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 |
| 90 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 |
Women by bodyweight (kg) [Reps]
| Bodyweight | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | < 1 | < 1 | 2 | 8 | 13 |
| 45 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 9 | 14 |
| 50 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 9 | 14 |
| 55 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 9 | 14 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 9 | 14 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 9 | 14 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 9 | 14 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 9 | 13 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 9 | 13 |
| 85 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 9 | 12 |
| 90 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 8 | 12 |
| 95 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| 100 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 8 | 11 |
| 105 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 8 | 11 |
| 110 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 7 | 10 |
| 115 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 7 | 10 |
| 120 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 7 | 10 |
Women by age [Reps]
| Age | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 12 |
| 20 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 10 | 18 |
| 25 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 11 | 19 |
| 30 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 11 | 19 |
| 35 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 11 | 19 |
| 40 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 11 | 19 |
| 45 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 9 | 17 |
| 50 | < 1 | < 1 | 1 | 8 | 14 |
| 55 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 | 11 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 2 | 8 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 5 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 1 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 |
| 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.
Muscles worked
| Group | Muscles |
|---|---|
| Primary muscles | Latissimus dorsi, Pectoralis major, Deltoids |
| Secondary muscles | Biceps brachii, Triceps brachii |
| Stabilizers | Rectus abdominis, External obliques, Forearm extensors |
| Grip | Forearm flexors |
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World records
Last Updated: July 2, 2026
Men's Most Muscle-Ups in One Minute
32 muscle-ups
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% |