One Rep Max for 280 lbs × 9 reps

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What is the one rep max for 280 lbs × 9 reps?

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Lifting 280 lbs for 9 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
364 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

280 × (1 + 9 ÷ 30) = 364 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 343–369 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%345.8 lbs
90%327.6 lbs
85%309.4 lbs
80%291.2 lbs
76.9%280 lbs — this set
75%273 lbs
70%254.8 lbs
65%236.6 lbs
60%218.4 lbs

See Also

One Rep Max Table for 280 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps298.7 lbs93.7%
3 reps308 lbs90.9%
4 reps317.3 lbs88.2%
5 reps326.7 lbs85.7%
6 reps336 lbs83.3%
7 reps345.3 lbs81.1%
8 reps354.7 lbs78.9%
9 reps364 lbs76.9%
10 reps373.3 lbs75%
11 reps382.7 lbs73.2%
12 reps392 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 280 lbs × 9 reps?

Lifting 280 lbs for 9 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 364 lbs

How much of my max is 280 lbs for 9 reps?

280 lbs for 9 reps works out at 76.9% of an estimated one rep max of 364 lbs.

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

90% of 364 lbs is 327.6 lbs and 70% is 254.8 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.