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Overhead Press 1RM calculator

Turn a overhead press set you have already completed into an estimated one-rep max and working weights.

Enter a strict press, with no leg drive, from shoulders to lockout. The weights are small, so expect working weights to fall between the plates you have — round to the next available load.

A set you have already done

Estimated one-repetition maximum

53.3 kg

Working weights by target reps and reps in reserve
Reps0 RIR1 RIR2 RIR3 RIR
348.5 kg47 kg45.7 kg44.4 kg
545.7 kg44.4 kg43.2 kg42.1 kg
842.1 kg41 kg40 kg39 kg
1040 kg39 kg38.1 kg—
1238.1 kg———

Uses the Epley equation, counting reps in reserve as reps you could have done — the same load model the Bodywise Coach app uses. It is only an estimate from a set you have already completed, not a test of your maximum; a dash means the combination is outside the range the equation is reliable over. Round to the nearest weight your equipment allows.

Another lift? Use the general 1RM and RIR calculator.

Educational information for adults aged 18 and over. It does not diagnose, treat or manage any medical condition. If you have a health condition, or symptoms that worry you, speak to your doctor or a health professional.