One Rep Max for 30 lbs × 7 reps

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What is the one rep max for 30 lbs × 7 reps?

Answer

Lifting 30 lbs for 7 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
37 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

30 × (1 + 7 ÷ 30) = 37 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 35.3–37.4 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%35.2 lbs
90%33.3 lbs
85%31.5 lbs
81.1%30 lbs — this set
80%29.6 lbs
75%27.8 lbs
70%25.9 lbs
65%24.1 lbs
60%22.2 lbs

See Also

One Rep Max Table for 30 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps32 lbs93.8%
3 reps33 lbs90.9%
4 reps34 lbs88.2%
5 reps35 lbs85.7%
6 reps36 lbs83.3%
7 reps37 lbs81.1%
8 reps38 lbs78.9%
9 reps39 lbs76.9%
10 reps40 lbs75%
11 reps41 lbs73.2%
12 reps42 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 30 lbs × 7 reps?

Lifting 30 lbs for 7 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 37 lbs

How much of my max is 30 lbs for 7 reps?

30 lbs for 7 reps works out at 81.1% of an estimated one rep max of 37 lbs.

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

90% of 37 lbs is 33.3 lbs and 70% is 25.9 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.