Training

Autoregulation

Adjusting training based on daily readiness and performance rather than fixed percentages.

Autoregulation means adapting your training based on how you feel and perform each day, rather than following rigid predetermined weights. Using RPE or velocity-based training allows you to push harder on good days and back off on bad days. This individualized approach can improve long-term progress and reduce injury risk.

Examples

Working to RPE 8 instead of fixed 80% 1RM
Adjusting weight based on warm-up feel
AMRAP sets for auto-regulated volume

Related Terms

RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion)

A scale measuring how hard an exercise feels, typically from 1-10.

RIR (Reps in Reserve)

The number of additional reps you could have performed before failure.

Periodization

The systematic planning of training phases to optimize performance and recovery.

Compound exercises

Put this into practice with exercises from the library.

Drop Push

Plyometrics · Other

Dumbbell Bench Press

Strength · Dumbbell

Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip

Strength · Dumbbell

Dumbbell Clean

Strength · Dumbbell

Dumbbell Floor Press

Powerlifting · Dumbbell

Dumbbell Incline Row

Strength · Dumbbell

Dumbbell Lunges

Strength · Dumbbell

Dumbbell One-Arm Shoulder Press

Strength · Dumbbell

Sticking Point

Metabolic Stress

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