How much should a 15 year old bench?
Olivia Hensley
Updated on March 19, 2026
What Is The Average Bench Press For A 15 Year Old? The average bench for a male 15-year-old is 1.0 times bodyweight. The average bench for a female 15-year-old is 0.8 times bodyweight.
What is a good max bench for a 15 year old?
Standards for More Experienced LiftersFor 120-pound boys, this means benching about 101 pounds. At 130 pounds, the standard is 113 pounds. Your 115-pound daughter might be able to bench between 53 or 54 pounds. If she weighs closer to 125 pounds, she might be able to bench closer to 60 pounds as a novice lifter.
How much should a 15 year old lift?
A good rule of thumb is to start with a weight you can easily lift 10 times, with the last two repetitions being increasingly difficult. For some teens, this might be 1 pound to 2 pounds. If you are strong and fit, you might start at 15 pounds to 20 pounds. When lifting, move the weights in a smooth, steady motion.Is it OK to lift at 15?
Lifting weights as a teenager can be beneficial, as long as you're safe about it. As a parent, if you're questioning whether weight training for your 15-year-old is healthy and safe, the answer is simple: Yes, as long as your teen is responsible about it.How can I build muscle at 15?
As explained by TeensHealth From Nemours, the best muscle-building programs for adolescents:
- Include a five- to 10-minute warm-up and cool-down.
- Focus on having the teen perform 8 to 12 repetitions of each exercise.
- Leave rest days between muscle groups worked.
- Emphasize proper technique.