One Rep Max for 15 kg × 9 reps

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What is the one rep max for 15 kg × 9 reps?

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Lifting 15 kg for 9 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
19.5 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

15 × (1 + 9 ÷ 30) = 19.5 kg

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 18.4–19.8 kg

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%18.5 kg
90%17.6 kg
85%16.6 kg
80%15.6 kg
76.9%15 kg — this set
75%14.6 kg
70%13.7 kg
65%12.7 kg
60%11.7 kg

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One Rep Max Table for 15 kg

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps16 kg93.8%
3 reps16.5 kg90.9%
4 reps17 kg88.2%
5 reps17.5 kg85.7%
6 reps18 kg83.3%
7 reps18.5 kg81.1%
8 reps19 kg78.9%
9 reps19.5 kg76.9%
10 reps20 kg75%
11 reps20.5 kg73.2%
12 reps21 kg71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 15 kg × 9 reps?

Lifting 15 kg for 9 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 19.5 kg

How much of my max is 15 kg for 9 reps?

15 kg for 9 reps works out at 76.9% of an estimated one rep max of 19.5 kg.

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

90% of 19.5 kg is 17.6 kg and 70% is 13.7 kg. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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