One Rep Max for 215 lbs × 8 reps

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What is the one rep max for 215 lbs × 8 reps?

Answer

Lifting 215 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
272.3 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

215 × (1 + 8 ÷ 30) ≈ 272.3 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 258–275.7 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%258.7 lbs
90%245.1 lbs
85%231.5 lbs
80%217.8 lbs
79%215 lbs — this set
75%204.2 lbs
70%190.6 lbs
65%177 lbs
60%163.4 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 215 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps229.3 lbs93.8%
3 reps236.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps243.7 lbs88.2%
5 reps250.8 lbs85.7%
6 reps258 lbs83.3%
7 reps265.2 lbs81.1%
8 reps272.3 lbs79%
9 reps279.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps286.7 lbs75%
11 reps293.8 lbs73.2%
12 reps301 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 215 lbs × 8 reps?

Lifting 215 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 272.3 lbs

How much of my max is 215 lbs for 8 reps?

215 lbs for 8 reps works out at 79% of an estimated one rep max of 272.3 lbs.

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

90% of 272.3 lbs is 245.1 lbs and 70% is 190.6 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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