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    One Rep Max for 185 lbs × 8 reps

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    What is the one rep max for 185 lbs × 8 reps?

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    Lifting 185 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
    234.3 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 + 8 ÷ 30) ≈ 234.3 lbs

    comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 222–237.2 lbs

    Training Weights as a % of 1RM
    % of 1RMWorking Weight
    95%222.6 lbs
    90%210.9 lbs
    85%199.2 lbs
    80%187.4 lbs
    79%185 lbs — this set
    75%175.7 lbs
    70%164 lbs
    65%152.3 lbs
    60%140.6 lbs

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    What is my 1 rep max for 185 lbs × 8 reps? 185 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 234.3 lbs. That set is 79% of your maximum — see the full rep table.
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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 × 8 reps?

    Lifting 185 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 234.3 lbs

    How much of my max is 185 lbs for 8 reps?

    185 lbs for 8 reps works out at 79% of an estimated one rep max of 234.3 lbs.

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

    90% of 234.3 lbs is 210.9 lbs and 70% is 164 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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