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1RM prediction

Why a Two-Load LV Profile Gives You the Wrong 1RM

A two-load velocity profile can be off by 10-20% on your 1RM when the loads sit too close together or bunch at one end. Here's why - and the fix.

load-velocity-profile·two-point-method·1RM-prediction

guides·10 min read

How Grinding Reps Corrupt Your Load-Velocity Curve and Skew 1RM Estimates

A single sub-maximal-intent rep can shift a load-velocity regression by 4-7% 1RM. Here's how to spot grinding reps and screen them out of your profile.

load-velocity-profile·data-quality·1RM-prediction

research·16 min read

Load-Velocity Profiling for 1RM Prediction: Accuracy Review

Can load-velocity profiling replace a maximal 1RM test? This review breaks down error rates by method and which protocols hold up in practice.

load-velocity-profile·1RM-prediction·VBT

research·9 min read

Velocity-Based Load Prescription: Systematic Review of Validity

A systematic review of load-velocity profiling: reliability, individualization gains over %1RM, and the device accuracy threshold that matters.

velocity-based-training·load-prescription·1RM-prediction

guides·9 min read

Load-Velocity Profile Setup Guide

Test 4-6 loads between 40-85% 1RM and predict your squat, bench, or deadlift 1RM within 5% error, without a single max attempt. Here's the setup protocol.

LVP·velocity·1RM-prediction