One Rep Max Calculator

Use this free one rep max calculator to estimate 1RM with Epley and Brzycki formulas for strength training.

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Estimated one-rep max116.666666667 kg

100 kg x 5 reps

Epley
116.666666667 kg
Brzycki
112.5 kg
Training range 80%
93.3333333333 kg

Formula steps

  1. Use the lifted weight and reps completed.
  2. Epley estimate = weight x (1 + reps / 30).
  3. Brzycki gives a second estimate for comparison.

How to use the One Rep Max Calculator

  1. Enter the requested measurements, dates, lab values, or workout details.
  2. Check that the units and formula assumptions match what the tool is asking for.
  3. Press the calculate button to see the answer, supporting metrics, and formula steps.
  4. Read the estimate with the health disclaimer in mind, then copy the result if you need it for notes.

What people use it for

Estimate a one-rep max without testing a true max.

Compare Epley and Brzycki estimates.

Plan training percentages from a recent rep set.

Track strength changes over time.

Quick examples

Bench example

100 kg x 5

Estimated 1RM about 117 kg

Squat example

140 kg x 3

Estimated 1RM about 154 kg

Volume set

60 kg x 8

Estimated 1RM about 76 kg

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Frequently asked questions

Plain-language answers about when to use the estimate, what the formula means, what it cannot decide for you, and how privacy works.

When should I use the One Rep Max Calculator?

Use it for simple educational checks, trend tracking, or planning tasks like these: Estimate a one-rep max without testing a true max. Compare Epley and Brzycki estimates. It can help you understand a number, but it cannot explain your whole health situation.

What do the main One Rep Max Calculator inputs mean?

Enter the body, activity, date, or lab values exactly in the units shown on the page. Height, weight, age, sex, time, and activity level can change health estimates a lot, so treat each label like a rule instead of a suggestion. If you are unsure which option fits, choose the closest honest match and read the result as a rough estimate.

What is the One Rep Max Calculator doing with my inputs?

In plain language: The main estimate uses Epley: one-rep max = weight x (1 + reps / 30). Brzycki is shown as a comparison. Read the result together with the notes on the page, because health and fitness numbers often need personal context.

How should I read the One Rep Max Calculator result?

Use the result as a learning number, not a final answer about your body or health. The supporting lines can show categories, ranges, calories, dates, or targets, but those numbers still need context like age, medical history, pregnancy status, training level, and advice from a qualified professional.

Can I use this as medical advice?

This is training math, not a safety guarantee. Do not attempt heavy max lifts without appropriate technique, equipment, and supervision. Use the calculator as a learning tool, then ask a qualified professional about decisions that affect care, pregnancy, medication, nutrition, or safety.

What should I double-check before trusting the result?

Check the units, date, and personal details before reading the answer. For example, pounds and kilograms, inches and centimeters, or a wrong activity level can change the result quickly. If the number feels surprising, rerun it slowly and compare it with the examples.

Does the site save my health inputs?

No. The calculator runs in your browser tab. Recent answers stay only on the page while you use it, and they are not sent to a server.

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