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95%= 2RM
90%= 4RM
85%= 6RM
80%= 8RM
75%= 10RM
70%= 12RM
62%= 15RM
If you are looking for constant weight for all sets I would look 2.5-5% lower then the number you are looking to hit. So, 3sets of 10 you would want to use 70-72% (your 11-12RM).
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06-14-2006, 06:07 PM #1Registered User
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Rep scheme and % of 1RM
how do you figure out what % of your 1RM to use when using different loading parameters.
for example
Loading Parameters A: 2 x 5, 2 x 4, 1 x 3, 1 x 2
how would you go about finding the correct weight to use on all sets if i wanted to use a constant weight. (strength training)
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06-14-2006, 06:10 PM #2Patrick ELITE MEMBER
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thanks P, instead of getting all complicated.. can i just leave 1 rep in the bank so to speak? so if im going for 2x5 can i just use my 6RM for simplicity sake
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Personally, that wouldn't work well for me. I know that after my first set or two my numbers go down quick. I usually have to take more than 5% off to continue lifting the same number of repetitions unless I use longer rest intervals.
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06-14-2006, 09:34 PM #5Patrick ELITE MEMBER
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Originally Posted by CowPimp
yea, it will vary from person to person. Also, the rep calculator is not 100% accurate and the further from your 1RM you go the greater margin of error there is. Use it as a guide to get a ballpark number and then feel your way from there.Optimum Sports Performance
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