Training Percentages Made Simple

What are training percentages and how do I use them?  Training percentages vary depending on one's training goals and frequency.  However, many people get confused with load and volume when trying to sort out training percentages.  First and foremost one must establish a 1RM to properly implement training percentages into a program.  In this article, the author breaks down an easy way to begin implementing training percentages into a program depending on whether your goal is max strength, speed strength, or explosive strength.  Additionally, ways to discover a 1RM without pure max testing is discussed.  Ultimately, the best way to establish a 1RM is to test it properly and a way to do that is documented.  Training percentages can be much more complex then what is detailed in the article but this is a good starting point for understanding why training percentages are important for an effective training regimen.    

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