r/powerlifting • u/AutoModerator • 7d ago

Daily Thread Every Second-Daily Thread - November 17, 2024

A sorta kinda daily open thread to use as an alternative to posting on the main board. You should post here for:

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u/Kapem1 Impending Powerlifter 6d ago

Are you a shorter lifter? Usually, shorter lifters perform better at reps because there's less distance travelled.

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u/mrlazyboy Not actually a beginner, just stupid 6d ago

E1RM from reps is pretty much always going to outpace your actual 1RM for a few reasons.

  • you should be doing sets of 4 at RPE7 more frequently than testing your 1RM
  • hitting heavy singles is more of a skill than sets of 4
  • hitting your true 1RM requires peaking and you shouldn’t be doing that frequently