One Rep Max for 12.5 kg × 12 reps

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What is the one rep max for 12.5 kg × 12 reps?

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Lifting 12.5 kg for 12 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
17.5 kg

Epley formula · an estimate from a set taken close to failure; accuracy depends on the exercise and the person and drops as reps grow

At 12 reps the formulas drift apart — the others give 16–18.1 kg: treat 17.5 kg as a rough guide.

12.5 × (1 + 12 ÷ 30) = 17.5 kg

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%16.6 kg
90%15.8 kg
85%14.9 kg
80%14 kg
75%13.1 kg
71.4%12.5 kg — this set
70%12.3 kg
65%11.4 kg
60%10.5 kg

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One Rep Max Table for 12.5 kg

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps13.3 kg94%
3 reps13.8 kg90.6%
4 reps14.2 kg88%
5 reps14.6 kg85.6%
6 reps15 kg83.3%
7 reps15.4 kg81.2%
8 reps15.8 kg79.1%
9 reps16.3 kg76.7%
10 reps16.7 kg74.9%
11 reps17.1 kg73.1%
12 reps17.5 kg71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 12.5 kg × 12 reps?

Lifting 12.5 kg for 12 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 17.5 kg

How much of my max is 12.5 kg for 12 reps?

12.5 kg for 12 reps works out at 71.4% of an estimated one rep max of 17.5 kg.

What should I lift at 90% and 70% of that max?

90% of 17.5 kg is 15.8 kg and 70% is 12.3 kg. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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