One Rep Max for 15 lbs × 10 reps

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What is the one rep max for 15 lbs × 10 reps?

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Lifting 15 lbs for 10 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
20 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

15 × (1 + 10 ÷ 30) = 20 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 18.8–20.3 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%19 lbs
90%18 lbs
85%17 lbs
80%16 lbs
75%15 lbs — this set
70%14 lbs
65%13 lbs
60%12 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 15 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps16 lbs93.8%
3 reps16.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps17 lbs88.2%
5 reps17.5 lbs85.7%
6 reps18 lbs83.3%
7 reps18.5 lbs81.1%
8 reps19 lbs78.9%
9 reps19.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps20 lbs75%
11 reps20.5 lbs73.2%
12 reps21 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 15 lbs × 10 reps?

Lifting 15 lbs for 10 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 20 lbs

How much of my max is 15 lbs for 10 reps?

15 lbs for 10 reps works out at 75% of an estimated one rep max of 20 lbs.

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

90% of 20 lbs is 18 lbs and 70% is 14 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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