One Rep Max for 185 lbs × 4 reps

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What is the one rep max for 185 lbs × 4 reps?

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Lifting 185 lbs for 4 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
209.7 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 + 4 ÷ 30) ≈ 209.7 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 201.8–215.6 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%199.2 lbs
90%188.7 lbs
88.2%185 lbs — this set
85%178.2 lbs
80%167.8 lbs
75%157.3 lbs
70%146.8 lbs
65%136.3 lbs
60%125.8 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 × 4 reps?

Lifting 185 lbs for 4 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 209.7 lbs

How much of my max is 185 lbs for 4 reps?

185 lbs for 4 reps works out at 88.2% of an estimated one rep max of 209.7 lbs.

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

90% of 209.7 lbs is 188.7 lbs and 70% is 146.8 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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