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    One Rep Max for 55 lbs × 8 reps

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    What is the one rep max for 55 lbs × 8 reps?

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    Lifting 55 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
    69.7 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

    55 × (1 + 8 ÷ 30) ≈ 69.7 lbs

    comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 66–70.5 lbs

    Training Weights as a % of 1RM
    % of 1RMWorking Weight
    95%66.2 lbs
    90%62.7 lbs
    85%59.2 lbs
    80%55.8 lbs
    78.9%55 lbs — this set
    75%52.3 lbs
    70%48.8 lbs
    65%45.3 lbs
    60%41.8 lbs

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    What is my 1 rep max for 55 lbs × 8 reps? 55 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 69.7 lbs. That set is 78.9% of your maximum — see the full rep table.
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    One Rep Max Table for 55 lbs

    RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
    2 reps58.7 lbs93.7%
    3 reps60.5 lbs90.9%
    4 reps62.3 lbs88.3%
    5 reps64.2 lbs85.7%
    6 reps66 lbs83.3%
    7 reps67.8 lbs81.1%
    8 reps69.7 lbs78.9%
    9 reps71.5 lbs76.9%
    10 reps73.3 lbs75%
    11 reps75.2 lbs73.1%
    12 reps77 lbs71.4%

    FAQ

    What is the one rep max for 55 lbs × 8 reps?

    Lifting 55 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 69.7 lbs

    How much of my max is 55 lbs for 8 reps?

    55 lbs for 8 reps works out at 78.9% of an estimated one rep max of 69.7 lbs.

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

    90% of 69.7 lbs is 62.7 lbs and 70% is 48.8 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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