One Rep Max for 95 lbs × 8 reps

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What is the one rep max for 95 lbs × 8 reps?

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Lifting 95 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of
120.3 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

95 × (1 + 8 ÷ 30) ≈ 120.3 lbs

comparison of methods: six other published formulas give 114–121.8 lbs

Training Weights as a % of 1RM
% of 1RMWorking Weight
95%114.3 lbs
90%108.3 lbs
85%102.3 lbs
80%96.2 lbs
79%95 lbs — this set
75%90.2 lbs
70%84.2 lbs
65%78.2 lbs
60%72.2 lbs

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One Rep Max Table for 95 lbs

RepsOne Rep Max% of 1RM
2 reps101.3 lbs93.8%
3 reps104.5 lbs90.9%
4 reps107.7 lbs88.2%
5 reps110.8 lbs85.7%
6 reps114 lbs83.3%
7 reps117.2 lbs81.1%
8 reps120.3 lbs79%
9 reps123.5 lbs76.9%
10 reps126.7 lbs75%
11 reps129.8 lbs73.2%
12 reps133 lbs71.4%

FAQ

What is the one rep max for 95 lbs × 8 reps?

Lifting 95 lbs for 8 reps gives an estimated one rep max of 120.3 lbs

How much of my max is 95 lbs for 8 reps?

95 lbs for 8 reps works out at 79% of an estimated one rep max of 120.3 lbs.

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

90% of 120.3 lbs is 108.3 lbs and 70% is 84.2 lbs. Heavy strength work usually sits at 85–95%, while volume and technique work sits nearer 65–75%.

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