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1RM Training Guides
Practical guides to strength training, 1RM estimation, and progressive overload.
Training Percentages and Your 1RM: A Complete Guide
How to use your 1RM to structure training intensity — from 60% for hypertrophy to 90%+ for max strength — with a full percentage table.
Epley vs Brzycki Formula: Which 1RM Calculator Is More Accurate?
A comparison of the two most widely used 1RM estimation formulas, when each is more accurate, and which reps ranges to trust.
How to Increase Your 1RM: Progressive Overload Strategies
Evidence-based strategies for building maximal strength over time, including periodisation, peak weeks, and how often to test your 1RM.