One Rep Max for 245 lbs × 5 reps

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What is the one rep max for 245 lbs × 5 reps?

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Lifting 245 lbs for 5 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
285.8 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

245 × (1 + 5 ÷ 30) ≈ 285.8 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 275.6–291.6 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%271.5 lbs
90%257.2 lbs
85.7%245 lbs — this set
85%242.9 lbs
80%228.6 lbs
75%214.4 lbs
70%200.1 lbs
65%185.8 lbs
60%171.5 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 245 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps261.3 lbs93.8%
3 reps269.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps277.7 lbs88.2%
5 reps285.8 lbs85.7%
6 reps294 lbs83.3%
7 reps302.2 lbs81.1%
8 reps310.3 lbs79%
9 reps318.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps326.7 lbs75%
11 reps334.8 lbs73.2%
12 reps343 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 245 lbs × 5 reps?

Lifting 245 lbs for 5 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 285.8 lbs

How much of my max is 245 lbs for 5 reps?

245 lbs for 5 reps works out at 85.7% of an estimated one rep max of 285.8 lbs.

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

90% of 285.8 lbs is 257.2 lbs and 70% is 200.1 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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