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Calculate your 1RM

1RM (one rep max) is the maximum weight you can lift once in a given exercise. It is one of the most important measurements in strength training, used to determine training intensity and load. Our calculator uses the Brzycki formula, one of the most recognised methods for estimating 1RM.

The Brzycki formula

The Brzycki formula calculates 1RM as: weight / (1.0278 - 0.0278 x reps). The formula is most accurate for 1-10 reps. For more reps, the estimate becomes less accurate. For example: if you lift 80 kg for 5 reps, your estimated 1RM is about 90 kg.

Training percentages

From your 1RM you can calculate training loads: 90% of 1RM for heavy strength training (1-3 reps), 80% for strength and hypertrophy (4-6 reps), 70% for hypertrophy (8-12 reps), and 60% for endurance (15-20 reps). These percentages are guidelines and may vary individually.

Safety when testing 1RM

It is recommended to test 1RM with a spotter and after thorough warm-up. Alternatively, use this calculator with a submaximal lift (3-5 reps) to estimate your 1RM safely. Avoid testing 1RM too often โ€“ every 4-8 weeks is sufficient to measure progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Brzycki formula?

The Brzycki formula is one of the most widely used formulas for estimating 1RM: 1RM = weight / (1.0278 - 0.0278 x reps). It is named after Matt Brzycki and is most accurate for 1-10 reps. Other popular formulas include the Epley formula and the Lander formula, which give similar results.

How accurate is the 1RM calculation?

For 1-5 reps, the calculation is typically within 5% of your actual 1RM. For 6-10 reps, accuracy is about 5-10%. Above 10 reps, the estimate becomes less reliable as the formula does not account for the endurance component. For best accuracy, use a lift with 3-5 reps.

What is a good 1RM in bench press?

For men, 1RM in bench press relative to body weight: beginner 0.5-0.75x, intermediate 0.75-1.0x, advanced 1.0-1.5x, elite above 1.5x. For women: beginner 0.25-0.5x, intermediate 0.5-0.75x, advanced 0.75-1.0x, elite above 1.0x. An 80 kg man benching 100 kg (1.25x body weight) is considered advanced.

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