Wilks Score Calculator
Overview
Calculate your Wilks coefficient to compare powerlifting strength across different body weights. Used in competitions to determine pound-for-pound strongest lifters.
Key Facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Calculator ID | wilks-score |
| Category | Health |
| Vertical | Health & Fitness |
| App route | /verticals/health/wilks-score |
| API endpoint | /api/public/calculate?id=wilks-score |
Inputs
| Input ID | Label | Type | Required | Default | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
unitSystem | Unit System | select | Yes | imperial | - |
sex | Sex | select | Yes | male | - |
bodyweightLbs | Bodyweight | number | No | 180 | min 80, max 400, step 0.5 |
bodyweightKg | Bodyweight | number | No | 82 | min 35, max 180, step 0.1 |
totalLbs | Total (Squat + Bench + Deadlift) | number | No | 1000 | min 100, max 3000, step 5 |
totalKg | Total (Squat + Bench + Deadlift) | number | No | 450 | min 45, max 1400, step 2.5 |
showBreakdown | Show Individual Lifts | select | Yes | no | - |
squatLbs | Squat | number | No | 400 | min 0, max 1500, step 5 |
benchLbs | Bench Press | number | No | 300 | min 0, max 1000, step 5 |
deadliftLbs | Deadlift | number | No | 500 | min 0, max 1500, step 5 |
squatKg | Squat | number | No | 180 | min 0, max 700, step 2.5 |
benchKg | Bench Press | number | No | 135 | min 0, max 450, step 2.5 |
deadliftKg | Deadlift | number | No | 225 | min 0, max 700, step 2.5 |
How to Use
- Enter Bodyweight — Input your body weight in pounds or kilograms. Choose your biological sex (Wilks uses different coefficients for men and women).
- Enter Your Total — Enter your combined squat, bench press, and deadlift total. Optionally break down individual lifts to see Wilks per lift.
- Review Your Score — Get your Wilks score and classification (Beginner to Legendary). Compare your pound-for-pound strength to other lifters regardless of weight class.
Result Surfaces
| Output | Display Type | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Computed results | result-card | - |
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FAQ
What is a good Wilks score?
Men: 300-400 = intermediate, 400-500 = advanced, 500+ = elite/world class. Women: 250-325 = intermediate, 325-425 = advanced, 425+ = elite. World records: Men ~600-650, Women ~550-600. Lighter lifters tend to have higher Wilks scores pound-for-pound.
How is Wilks score different from raw total?
Raw total (squat + bench + deadlift) favors heavier lifters. A 220 lb lifter with 1500 lb total beats a 150 lb lifter with 1200 lb total, but Wilks adjusts for bodyweight. The 150 lb lifter may have higher Wilks (better pound-for-pound strength).
What is IPF GL Points vs Wilks?
IPF GL Points (used by International Powerlifting Federation) is newer formula replacing Wilks. It adjusts for weight class differences more accurately. Wilks still widely used. Both serve same purpose: fair comparison across bodyweights.
Evidence
src/lib/calculators/registry.ts(metadata)src/lib/calculators/page-registry.ts(page/HowTo metadata)src/lib/calculators/health/wilks-score.ts(calculator config)
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