One Rep Max for 255 lbs × 2 reps

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What is the one rep max for 255 lbs × 2 reps?

Answer

Lifting 255 lbs for 2 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
272 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

255 × (1 + 2 ÷ 30) = 272 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 262.3–284.2 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%258.4 lbs
93.8%255 lbs — this set
90%244.8 lbs
85%231.2 lbs
80%217.6 lbs
75%204 lbs
70%190.4 lbs
65%176.8 lbs
60%163.2 lbs

See Also

One Rep Max Table for 255 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps272 lbs93.8%
3 reps280.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps289 lbs88.2%
5 reps297.5 lbs85.7%
6 reps306 lbs83.3%
7 reps314.5 lbs81.1%
8 reps323 lbs78.9%
9 reps331.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps340 lbs75%
11 reps348.5 lbs73.2%
12 reps357 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 255 lbs × 2 reps?

Lifting 255 lbs for 2 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 272 lbs

How much of my max is 255 lbs for 2 reps?

255 lbs for 2 reps works out at 93.8% of an estimated one rep max of 272 lbs.

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

90% of 272 lbs is 244.8 lbs and 70% is 190.4 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.