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RPE chart for lifting
A printable RPE chart for strength training: RPE 5 to 10 with reps in reserve and what each one feels like.
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Sources: Zourdos et al., Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research 30(1), 2016. Checked October 2026.
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What is on this chart
| RPE | Reps in reserve | What it feels like |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0 | Could not do another rep |
| 9.5 | 0 to 1 | Maybe one more rep, maybe more weight |
| 9 | 1 | One more rep left |
| 8.5 | 1 to 2 | One rep definitely, maybe two |
| 8 | 2 | Two more reps left |
| 7 | 3 | Three more reps left |
| 5 to 6 | 4 to 6 | Moderate effort |
