Application of the repetitions in reserve-based rating or perceived exertion scale for resistance training

Authors/Creators

Eric R. Helms, Auckland University of Technology
John B. Cronin, Edith Cowan UniversityFollow
Adam G. Storey, Auckland University of Technology
Michael C. Zourdos, Florida Atlantic

Abstract

Ratings of perceived exertion are a valid method of estimating the intensity of a resistance training exercise or session. Scores are given after completion of an exercise or training session for the purposes of athlete monitoring. However, a newly developed scale based on how many repetitions are remaining at the completion of a set may be a more precise tool. This approach adjusts loads automatically to match athlete capabilities on a set-to-set basis and may more accurately gauge intensity at the near-limit loads. This article outlines how to incorporate this novel scale into a training plan.

RAS ID

22107

Document Type

Journal Article

Date of Publication

2016

Location of the Work

United States

School

School of Medical and Health Sciences

Copyright

free_to_read

Publisher

Lippincott Williams and Wilkins

Comments

Helms, E. R., Cronin, J., Storey, A., & Zourdos, M. C. (2016). Application of the repetitions in reserve-based rating or perceived exertion scale for resistance training. Strength and conditioning journal, 38(4), 42-49. Available here

Recommended Citation

Helms, E. R., Cronin, J. B., Storey, A. G., & Zourdos, M. C. (2016). Application of the repetitions in reserve-based rating or perceived exertion scale for resistance training. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0000000000000218