One Rep Max for 125 lbs × 12 reps

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What is the one rep max for 125 lbs × 12 reps?

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Lifting 125 lbs for 12 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
175 lbs

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 160.3–180.5 lbs: treat 175 lbs as a rough guide.

125 × (1 + 12 ÷ 30) = 175 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%166.3 lbs
90%157.5 lbs
85%148.8 lbs
80%140 lbs
75%131.3 lbs
71.4%125 lbs — this set
70%122.5 lbs
65%113.8 lbs
60%105 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 125 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps133.3 lbs93.8%
3 reps137.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps141.7 lbs88.2%
5 reps145.8 lbs85.7%
6 reps150 lbs83.3%
7 reps154.2 lbs81.1%
8 reps158.3 lbs79%
9 reps162.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps166.7 lbs75%
11 reps170.8 lbs73.2%
12 reps175 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 125 lbs × 12 reps?

Lifting 125 lbs for 12 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 175 lbs

How much of my max is 125 lbs for 12 reps?

125 lbs for 12 reps works out at 71.4% of an estimated one rep max of 175 lbs.

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

90% of 175 lbs is 157.5 lbs and 70% is 122.5 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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