Bench Press Calculator

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The bar load you used for the set, not counting any assisted reps.
lb
Use reps between 1 and 10 for the most accurate estimate. Above 12 reps the formulas become less reliable.
reps
Selects which formula drives the primary output and the percentage table. All three are always shown.
Used to match the correct strength-level standards.
Enter your bodyweight to get your strength level (Beginner to Elite) based on your 1RM-to-bodyweight ratio.
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Estimated 1RMNovice
215.8lb

One-rep max from your chosen formula

1RM - Epley215.8lb
1RM - Brzycki208.1lb
1RM - Lombardi217.3lb
90% (3 reps)194.3lb
85% (5 reps)183.5lb
80% (6 reps)172.7lb
75% (8 reps)161.9lb
70% (10 reps)151.1lb
60% (15 reps)129.5lb
Strength levelNovice
1RM / bodyweight1.17
Epley215.8
Brzycki208.1
Lombardi217.3

Your estimated bench press 1RM is 215.8 lb.

  • You lifted 185 lb for 5 reps. The Epley formula estimates your 1RM at 215.8 lb.
  • Based on your bodyweight, you are at the Novice level. Keep training consistently to move up the ladder.
  • Your 1RM is 1.17x your bodyweight. Pressing your own bodyweight is a common intermediate milestone; pressing 1.5x is generally considered advanced.
  • For hypertrophy, aim for sets in the 80-85% zone (about 173 to 183 lb) for 6-10 reps per set.

Next stepTo cross-check this estimate, use a weight near 80% of this number and see whether you can get around 6 clean reps.

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