Reasonably Fit

The Definitive Guide to RPE

April 25, 2023 Jason and Lauren Pak Episode 51
The Definitive Guide to RPE
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Reasonably Fit
The Definitive Guide to RPE
Apr 25, 2023 Episode 51
Jason and Lauren Pak

Today we're taking you through one of the more confusing parts of following a structured workout program: how to choose your weights! Some programs (like RISE) use RPE, some use RIR, and some use percentages, but the reality is none of these systems are perfect, and there are pros and cons to all of them. Today we deep dive into how to use RPE (rate of perceived exertion) and why it's our favorite method for selecting weights!

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Today we're taking you through one of the more confusing parts of following a structured workout program: how to choose your weights! Some programs (like RISE) use RPE, some use RIR, and some use percentages, but the reality is none of these systems are perfect, and there are pros and cons to all of them. Today we deep dive into how to use RPE (rate of perceived exertion) and why it's our favorite method for selecting weights!

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