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RPE (rate of perceived exertion)

RPE is a self-reported effort rating, commonly on a 1–10 scale where 10 is a maximal effort. It is subjective by design, which is both its weakness and the reason it adapts to days when you are tired or unwell.

Example

An RPE of 8 usually means roughly two more reps were available. It requires no equipment and no maths.

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