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🏋️ One Rep Max (1RM)

Your one-rep max (1RM) is the most weight you can lift for a single rep. Hitting a true 1RM is risky, so most lifters estimate it from a heavier set. Enter the weight and reps — we show estimates from 4 popular formulas plus a percentage table for programming training loads.

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Examples

Bench 100 kg × 5
OutputEstimated 1RM: ~115-118 kg (avg)
Squat 80 kg × 8
OutputEstimated 1RM: ~100-105 kg

Frequently asked questions

How accurate are 1RM estimates?

Within ~5% of your true 1RM if the working set is 3-6 reps. Estimates from higher rep counts (10+) get less reliable.

Which formula is best?

Epley is the most popular and roughly average. Brzycki tends to give slightly lower estimates; Lombardi slightly higher. The "average" of all four is usually the safe number.

Should I actually test my 1RM?

Generally no — risk of injury outweighs the small accuracy gain. Use estimates for programming. Tested 1RM is mostly for powerlifting competitions.

What % of 1RM should I train at?

Strength: 80-95% × 1-5 reps. Hypertrophy: 65-80% × 8-12 reps. Endurance: 50-65% × 15+ reps. See the % table below for prescriptions.

About this tool

One Rep Max (1RM) runs entirely in your browser using standard Web APIs. No data is sent to any server. The source for this tool is in our public GitHub repository.

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PriceFreeFree
Signup requiredNoOften (for premium features)
Ads inside the toolNoYes (banner + video)
Data sent to serverNo (browser-only)Yes (inputs analyzed for ads)
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Bookmarkable URL per toolYesMixed
Loads in under 1sYes (static)Often slow (ad tracking)
MultilingualEN / ES / PT / FR / DEUsually EN only
Open sourceYesNo