So google etc just says 1.5 times body weight blah blah blah,

Is that listed as a 1rm?

What’s everyone squat for ten reps?

Me personally I injured my back years ago and am very timid on the squat but I’m currently doing 110kgs for ten reps of 3 sets and I weigh 110kgs too. So I’m only squatting my body weight which according to google is absolute beginner trash it seems.

  • whats_a_lemmy@midwest.social
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    Yes, that’s a 1RM figure.

    Don’t worry too much about how you stack up against standards, just try to make sure you’re making progress over time. Follow a reputable program for guidance until you know what works for you.

    If you want to squat with less back involvement, you can also try belt squats instead.

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    Yes, it’s 1RM.

    Some people elect not to test 1RM due to injury risk. With that said, as you do more reps, your form can break more than it would with a 1RM, so it’s really about what your priorities and risks are.

    Depending on your age (<50ish, or so), I wouldn’t consider 1.5xBW to be a lifetime goal; you’ll get past that with training (I’m chasing 2x squat, 3x deadlift myself). A rough estimate from one source is that your 1RM could be over 150kg. You do 3x10, so it’s not a true 10RM.

    Whether it’s light or heavy, what matters is that you’re out there working.

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      My goals are just big and strong, all my lifts are good and line up with internet’s shit but my squat is so light in comparison I think.

      So I was just curious what others are squating or if they knew if the 1.5 kg body weight is for1l 1rm or not

      When I say beginner trash I’m referring to weight lifting not fitness.

      I don’t expect a marathon runner to bench their body weight but a weight lifter should be able to

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          Yeah I’ve been adding 2.5kg a side for a few months since having my wrist reconstruction.

          I don’t plan to stop I’ve been in and out of the gym for the last 15 years but my squat is weak i think