Hey,
Im starting the Triple Total Training by Chad Waterbury program and I have a question.
For the SETS/REPS. they mention 5RM, now if 100 lbs is the max weight I can lift, does 6X3 @ 5RM mean that I have to lift that weight, approx 500lbs??
Another example,
Shoulder Presses 2x24 @ 26RM
How should a beginner read this?
Thanks
Highly Confused
Chivas989
5RM = The most weight that you can lift for 5 repetitions. Your max of 100 lbs is a 1 RM, becuase, I assume, that it was for one rep.
Boridi is correct.
Figure out what your 5RM max or estimate it if you are a good estimator and do 6 sets of 3 with your 5RM. If you under or overestimate, you can adjust accordingly the next time (lower or raise the weight you are using)
The second, 2 x 24, with your 26RM max should be in the ballpark of about 50% of your 1RM.
Basically, it will leave you with a couple of reps in the tank for both set schemes.