One Rep Max for 285 lbs × 8 reps

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What is the one rep max for 285 lbs × 8 reps?

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Lifting 285 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
361 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

285 × (1 + 8 ÷ 30) = 361 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 342–365.4 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%343 lbs
90%324.9 lbs
85%306.9 lbs
80%288.8 lbs
78.9%285 lbs — this set
75%270.8 lbs
70%252.7 lbs
65%234.7 lbs
60%216.6 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 285 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps304 lbs93.8%
3 reps313.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps323 lbs88.2%
5 reps332.5 lbs85.7%
6 reps342 lbs83.3%
7 reps351.5 lbs81.1%
8 reps361 lbs78.9%
9 reps370.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps380 lbs75%
11 reps389.5 lbs73.2%
12 reps399 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 285 lbs × 8 reps?

Lifting 285 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 361 lbs

How much of my max is 285 lbs for 8 reps?

285 lbs for 8 reps works out at 78.9% of an estimated one rep max of 361 lbs.

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

90% of 361 lbs is 324.9 lbs and 70% is 252.7 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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