One Rep Max for 125 lbs × 2 reps

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What is the one rep max for 125 lbs × 2 reps?

Answer

Lifting 125 lbs for 2 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
133.3 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

125 × (1 + 2 ÷ 30) ≈ 133.3 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 128.6–139.3 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%126.6 lbs
93.8%125 lbs — this set
90%120 lbs
85%113.3 lbs
80%106.6 lbs
75%100 lbs
70%93.3 lbs
65%86.6 lbs
60%80 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 × 2 reps?

Lifting 125 lbs for 2 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 133.3 lbs

How much of my max is 125 lbs for 2 reps?

125 lbs for 2 reps works out at 93.8% of an estimated one rep max of 133.3 lbs.

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

90% of 133.3 lbs is 120 lbs and 70% is 93.3 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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