One Rep Max for 220 lbs × 3 reps

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What is the one rep max for 220 lbs × 3 reps?

Answer

Lifting 220 lbs for 3 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
242 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

220 × (1 + 3 ÷ 30) = 242 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 232.9–250.8 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%229.9 lbs
90.9%220 lbs — this set
90%217.8 lbs
85%205.7 lbs
80%193.6 lbs
75%181.5 lbs
70%169.4 lbs
65%157.3 lbs
60%145.2 lbs

See Also

One Rep Max Table for 220 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps234.7 lbs93.7%
3 reps242 lbs90.9%
4 reps249.3 lbs88.2%
5 reps256.7 lbs85.7%
6 reps264 lbs83.3%
7 reps271.3 lbs81.1%
8 reps278.7 lbs78.9%
9 reps286 lbs76.9%
10 reps293.3 lbs75%
11 reps300.7 lbs73.2%
12 reps308 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 220 lbs × 3 reps?

Lifting 220 lbs for 3 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 242 lbs

How much of my max is 220 lbs for 3 reps?

220 lbs for 3 reps works out at 90.9% of an estimated one rep max of 242 lbs.

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

90% of 242 lbs is 217.8 lbs and 70% is 169.4 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.