One Rep Max for 165 lbs × 2 reps

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What is the one rep max for 165 lbs × 2 reps?

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Lifting 165 lbs for 2 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
176 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

165 × (1 + 2 ÷ 30) = 176 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 169.7–183.9 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%167.2 lbs
93.8%165 lbs — this set
90%158.4 lbs
85%149.6 lbs
80%140.8 lbs
75%132 lbs
70%123.2 lbs
65%114.4 lbs
60%105.6 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 165 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps176 lbs93.8%
3 reps181.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps187 lbs88.2%
5 reps192.5 lbs85.7%
6 reps198 lbs83.3%
7 reps203.5 lbs81.1%
8 reps209 lbs78.9%
9 reps214.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps220 lbs75%
11 reps225.5 lbs73.2%
12 reps231 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 165 lbs × 2 reps?

Lifting 165 lbs for 2 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 176 lbs

How much of my max is 165 lbs for 2 reps?

165 lbs for 2 reps works out at 93.8% of an estimated one rep max of 176 lbs.

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

90% of 176 lbs is 158.4 lbs and 70% is 123.2 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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