A 200 lb 35 year old male is able to complete 8 reps to fail

A 200 lb. 35 year old male is able to complete 8 reps to failure with 100lbs on the bench press. Estimate his 1RM (show calculation) and describe his absolute and relative strength

Solution

1RM = w(1+r/30) [Epley formula ]

W= Amount of weight used = 100 lbs

R= number of repeats = 8 repeats

1RM = w(1+r/30)

1RM = 100(1+ 8/30)

= 100 ( 1.267)

1RM = 126.67

Absolute relative strength is the same as 1RM. It is defined as the maximum number of pounds one can lift on one attempt.