One Rep Max for 160 lbs × 12 reps

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What is the one rep max for 160 lbs × 12 reps?

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Lifting 160 lbs for 12 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
224 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 205.1–231.1 lbs: treat 224 lbs as a rough guide.

160 × (1 + 12 ÷ 30) = 224 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%212.8 lbs
90%201.6 lbs
85%190.4 lbs
80%179.2 lbs
75%168 lbs
71.4%160 lbs — this set
70%156.8 lbs
65%145.6 lbs
60%134.4 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 160 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps170.7 lbs93.7%
3 reps176 lbs90.9%
4 reps181.3 lbs88.3%
5 reps186.7 lbs85.7%
6 reps192 lbs83.3%
7 reps197.3 lbs81.1%
8 reps202.7 lbs78.9%
9 reps208 lbs76.9%
10 reps213.3 lbs75%
11 reps218.7 lbs73.2%
12 reps224 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 160 lbs × 12 reps?

Lifting 160 lbs for 12 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 224 lbs

How much of my max is 160 lbs for 12 reps?

160 lbs for 12 reps works out at 71.4% of an estimated one rep max of 224 lbs.

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

90% of 224 lbs is 201.6 lbs and 70% is 156.8 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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