Handstand Push-Up
Handstand Push-Up is a shoulders exercise focused on Deltoids, Triceps brachii, Biceps brachii. You can review average reps and rep standards on one page.
Average reps: Intermediate
Reference for an intermediate lifter.
Men
12
Women
9
Handstand Push-Up: Average reps
| Level |  |
 |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | < 1 | < 1 |
| Novice | < 1 | < 1 |
| Intermediate | 12 | 9 |
| Advanced | 31 | 22 |
| Elite | 51 | 37 |
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.
Handstand Push-Up: Rep standards
Men by bodyweight (lb) [Reps]
| Bodyweight | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 29 | 52 |
| 120 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 29 | 51 |
| 130 | < 1 | < 1 | 11 | 29 | 50 |
| 140 | < 1 | < 1 | 11 | 29 | 50 |
| 150 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 29 | 49 |
| 160 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 29 | 48 |
| 170 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 29 | 47 |
| 180 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 28 | 46 |
| 190 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 28 | 45 |
| 200 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 27 | 44 |
| 210 | < 1 | 1 | 12 | 27 | 43 |
| 220 | < 1 | 1 | 12 | 26 | 42 |
| 230 | < 1 | 1 | 12 | 26 | 41 |
| 240 | < 1 | 1 | 12 | 25 | 40 |
| 250 | < 1 | 1 | 12 | 25 | 39 |
| 260 | < 1 | 1 | 11 | 24 | 38 |
| 270 | < 1 | 1 | 11 | 24 | 37 |
| 280 | < 1 | 1 | 11 | 23 | 37 |
| 290 | < 1 | 1 | 11 | 23 | 36 |
| 300 | < 1 | 1 | 10 | 22 | 35 |
| 310 | < 1 | 1 | 10 | 22 | 34 |
Men by age [Reps]
| Age | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 22 | 39 |
| 20 | < 1 | < 1 | 11 | 29 | 49 |
| 25 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 31 | 51 |
| 30 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 31 | 51 |
| 35 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 31 | 51 |
| 40 | < 1 | < 1 | 12 | 31 | 51 |
| 45 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 27 | 47 |
| 50 | < 1 | < 1 | 8 | 24 | 42 |
| 55 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 20 | 37 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 16 | 31 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 11 | 25 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 8 | 20 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 14 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 85 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 |
| 90 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 |
Women by bodyweight (lb) [Reps]
| Bodyweight | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 20 | 35 |
| 100 | < 1 | < 1 | 8 | 20 | 35 |
| 110 | < 1 | < 1 | 8 | 21 | 35 |
| 120 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 21 | 34 |
| 130 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 21 | 34 |
| 140 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 21 | 33 |
| 150 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 20 | 32 |
| 160 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 20 | 31 |
| 170 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 19 | 31 |
| 180 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 19 | 30 |
| 190 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 19 | 29 |
| 200 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 18 | 28 |
| 210 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 18 | 27 |
| 220 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 27 |
| 230 | < 1 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 26 |
| 240 | < 1 | 1 | 8 | 16 | 25 |
| 250 | < 1 | 1 | 8 | 16 | 25 |
| 260 | < 1 | 1 | 8 | 15 | 24 |
Women by age [Reps]
| Age | Beginner | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 | 15 | 27 |
| 20 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 21 | 36 |
| 25 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 22 | 37 |
| 30 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 22 | 37 |
| 35 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 22 | 37 |
| 40 | < 1 | < 1 | 9 | 22 | 37 |
| 45 | < 1 | < 1 | 8 | 20 | 34 |
| 50 | < 1 | < 1 | 6 | 17 | 30 |
| 55 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 13 | 25 |
| 60 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 10 | 21 |
| 65 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 7 | 16 |
| 70 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 3 | 11 |
| 75 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 8 |
| 80 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | < 1 | 4 |
| 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 | Deltoids, Triceps brachii, Biceps brachii |
| Secondary muscles | Pectoralis major |
| Stabilizers | External obliques, Trapezius |
| Grip | Forearm flexors |
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World records
Last Updated: July 2, 2026
Most Consecutive Nose-to-Ground Handstand Push-Ups (Female)
23 handstand push-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% |
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