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What is the RPE scale range?
The RPE scale is used to measure the intensity of your exercise. The RPE scale runs from 0 – 10. The numbers below relate to phrases used to rate how easy or difficult you find an activity.
What was the original RPE scale based on?
“The RPE scale was originally developed by the scientist Gunnar Borg who rated the scale on 6 to 20 (Borg scale), which was basically built around a heart rate range,” he says.
What is an RPE value?
The Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is a way of measuring physical activity intensity level. Perceived exertion is how hard you feel like your body is working.
How are RPE points calculated?
The way to calculate with the 6-20 RPE scale is by simply multiplying your heart rate by 10. If you’re at rest (exerting the least amount of energy as possible), it’s probably around 60 beats per minute (though athletes tend to have lower resting heart rates).
How do you calculate RPE lifting?
The ‘Reps in Reserve’ Method Subtract the number of reps you left “in the tank” from 10, and that’s your RPE. For example: 10 RPE = 0 reps in the tank (maximal effort)
Who created the RPE scale?
researcher Gunnar Borg
The Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale, developed by Swedish researcher Gunnar Borg [1], is a tool for measuring an individual’s effort and exertion, breathlessness and fatigue during physical work and so is highly relevant for occupational health and safety practice.
How accurate is RPE scale?
1 (-0.46 ± 0.69 RPE, p = 0.03). It seems that powerlifters can accurately select loads to reach a prescribed RPE. However, accuracy for 8-repetition sets at 8 RPE may be better for bench press compared with squat. Rating squat power-type training may take 3 weeks to reach peak accuracy.
How do you read RPE?
The ‘Reps in Reserve’ Method Perhaps the most effective way to understand RPE is via the “reps in reserve” method. At the end of your set, ask yourself, “How many more reps could I have done?” And be honest. Subtract the number of reps you left “in the tank” from 10, and that’s your RPE.
What percentage is RPE 9?
100%
6. 7 – 90% effort, very hard. 8. 9 – 100% effort, very, very hard.
Who developed the RPE scale?
Why is the RPE scale important?
The RPE scale is helpful for measuring work intensity, because it helps people measure the risks for musculoskeletal injuries. These injuries commonly happen when your physical abilities can’t keep up with the physical demands of your job.