One Rep Max for 185 lbs × 2 reps

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What is the one rep max for 185 lbs × 2 reps?

Answer

Lifting 185 lbs for 2 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
197.3 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

185 × (1 + 2 ÷ 30) ≈ 197.3 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 190.3–206.2 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%187.4 lbs
93.8%185 lbs — this set
90%177.6 lbs
85%167.7 lbs
80%157.8 lbs
75%148 lbs
70%138.1 lbs
65%128.2 lbs
60%118.4 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 185 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps197.3 lbs93.8%
3 reps203.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps209.7 lbs88.2%
5 reps215.8 lbs85.7%
6 reps222 lbs83.3%
7 reps228.2 lbs81.1%
8 reps234.3 lbs79%
9 reps240.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps246.7 lbs75%
11 reps252.8 lbs73.2%
12 reps259 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 185 lbs × 2 reps?

Lifting 185 lbs for 2 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 197.3 lbs

How much of my max is 185 lbs for 2 reps?

185 lbs for 2 reps works out at 93.8% of an estimated one rep max of 197.3 lbs.

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

90% of 197.3 lbs is 177.6 lbs and 70% is 138.1 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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