Training Guides

Simple Answers for Smarter Training.

Learn how to use one rep max estimates, training maxes, and barbell plate loading without making training harder than it needs to be.

These guides support the calculators on Personal Training Tools. Each article explains one practical training question and links back to the tool that solves it.

Strength

How to Calculate Your One Rep Max

Use a recent set of clean reps to estimate your one rep max and choose useful training percentages.

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Programming

What Is a Training Max?

Learn why many strength programs use a training max instead of your true max for working sets.

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Barbell Setup

How to Load a Barbell Correctly

See how bar weight, collars, and plates add up before you start loading the bar.

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Trainer Business

How to Start Online Personal Training

Build a simple online coaching offer, price it clearly, and market it with useful content.

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