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. 2015 Nov;10(6):734–747.

Table 6:

Daily Adjusted Progressive Resistance/Autoregulatory68,69,70

Zones Goal Rep Range Sets Load
Zone 1 Strength/Power 3RM Warmup <50% of RM
Zone 2 Strength/Hypertrophy 6RM 1 50% of RM
Zone 3 Hypertrophy 10RM 2 75% of RM
Final Set Adjustment 3 Reps to failure at RM
4 + reps below RM/RPE, reduce load 2.5‐5kg
2‐3 reps below RM/RPE, reduce load by 0‐2.5kg
1 rep above/below or RM/RPE goal, keep the same load
2‐3 reps above RM/RPE, add 2.5‐5kg
4 + reps above RM/RPE, add 5‐7.5kg
4 Adjusted reps to failure based on final set adjustment

RM = repetition maximum RPE = rating of perceived exertion