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2. One-repetition maximum - Wikipedia

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   For example, if a person can lift 100 pounds on a given exercise for 10 reps, the estimated one rep max would be 133 pounds for both formulae. However, if the person were to complete only 6 reps, then Epley would estimate a one rep maximum of approximately 120 pounds, while Brzycki would return an estimate of approximately 116 pounds.

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   She also recommends lifting weights that are 60 to 80 percent of your one rep maximum and following a plan (her recs include push-pull programs and upper/lower splits).

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   That’s 1 rep. Pro tip : As always, start with a lighter weight or body weight only to master form. If stability is challenging, try holding onto a support for extra balance.

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   Workout 1. Complete five sets total of these two exercises. Goblet Squat. How to: Stand with feet hip-width apart and hold a weight vertically in front of chest, elbows pointing toward the floor.

6. Training to failure - Wikipedia

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   A repetition maximum (RM) is the maximum weight a person can lift for the indicated number of repetitions. For example, a 10RM is the weight at which a person can do 10 lifts, but fail to fully perform the 11th. Similarly, a 1RM, or one-repetition maximum, is the most a person can fully lift (at least) once.

7. Progressive overload - Wikipedia

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   In order to minimize injury and maximize results, a novice should begin at a comfortable level of muscular intensity and advance towards overload of the muscles over the course of an exercise program. [8] [9] Progressive overload requires a gradual increase in volume, intensity, frequency or time in order to achieve the targeted goal of the user.