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Sandy
01-17-2008, 03:32 PM
I want to try a 100 lb one rep for bench press next time I am the gym, but I am not sure what the ideal warm-up would be.

Thanks.

Erik
01-17-2008, 03:37 PM
Something like

45x5
65x3
85x1

Go for it!

Sandy
01-17-2008, 03:43 PM
Something like

45x5
65x3
85x1

Go for it!

Excellent! Thanks.

FitnessModerate
02-26-2008, 09:11 AM
What is the benefit of going for the 1-rep max?

Erik
02-26-2008, 02:28 PM
What is the benefit of going for the 1-rep max?

Outside of wanting to specifically know what your 1RM is, nothing.