Leg Press to Squat Calculator

Formula

The formula to estimate the equivalent squat weight from the leg press weight is:

$\text{SW} = \text{LPW} \times \text{CF}$

Where:

$\text{SW}$ is the estimated Squat Weight (lbs)
$\text{LPW}$ is the Leg Press Weight (lbs)
$\text{CF}$ is the Conversion Factor (typically around 0.7 or 70%)

What is the Leg Press to Squat Conversion?

The leg press to squat conversion is a method to estimate the amount of weight one might be able to squat based on the weight lifted on a leg press machine. Since the leg press and squat engage muscles differently and the leg press machine provides mechanical assistance, the weight lifted on a leg press is usually higher than what can be squatted. The conversion takes into account these differences to provide a starting point for squatting after training with leg presses.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Leg Press Weight (LPW) = 400 lbs
Conversion Factor (CF) = 0.7

Using the formula:

$\text{SW} = 400 \times 0.7 = 280$

The Estimated Squat Weight is 280 lbs.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Leg Press Weight (LPW) = 500 lbs
Conversion Factor (CF) = 0.7

Using the formula:

$\text{SW} = 500 \times 0.7 = 350$

The Estimated Squat Weight is 350 lbs.