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Training Intensity

How heavy the weight is relative to your maximum, or how hard you work during a set.

Training intensity can refer to the percentage of your 1RM being lifted (e.g., 80% of max) or how close to failure you train (RPE/RIR). High-intensity training uses heavier weights for fewer reps, while moderate intensity uses lighter weights for more reps. Both intensity and volume must be balanced for optimal progress.

Examples

  • 85% of 1RM = high intensity
  • RPE 9 = high intensity (close to failure)
  • Balancing intensity and volume

Related Terms

1RM (One Rep Max)

The maximum weight you can lift for a single repetition with proper form.

RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion)

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

Training Volume

The total amount of work performed, typically measured as sets × reps × weight.

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