Ep 142: Is finding a 1 rep max worth it (and what should you do instead)? - Rebel Performance Radio

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23rd Oct 2022

Ep 142: Is finding a 1 rep max worth it (and what should you do instead)?

Is finding a 1-rep max worth it?

While the 1-rep max has a storied history in strength sports, we are here to argue against it.

The 1-rep max can make sense in very specific use cases, but for the vast majority of people, it will not be an efficient or wise usage of their time.

On the episode today we break down why that is, and more importantly, what we recommend doing instead if your goal is to optimize your physique, performance AND health.

Here’s a bit of what you can expect to learn:

  • What is a 1-rep max testing?
  • Why would you use a 1-rep max in training?
  • What are the major drawbacks to testing a 1-rep max?
  • Why are 3-6 rep maxes a better option?
  • And much, much more
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A podcast for former athletes turned busy professionals looking to optimize their physique, health and performance.
Rebel Performance Radio is a podcast for former athletes turned busy professionals looking to optimize their physique, health and performance. Each week we light your brain on fire with some of the top coaches, athletes, scientists, dudes, and gals on the planet to help you look, feel and perform at your highest level. We talk all things training, nutrition, movement, and lifestyle with a healthy amount of banter, movie quotes, and predator handshakes sprinkled on top. New episodes air every Monday morning. Why not start your week with us?