Problem 2.52.1: Brzycki's formula is used by weightlifters to determine the weight M that is equivalent in a single repetition to repetitions of a weight w. The formula is 1.0278 + 0.0278n. It applies for up to 10 repetitions. In this exercise, consider a weightlifter who bench-presses several repetitions of w = 240 pounds. What single bench-press weight M corresponds to 5 repetitions of this weight? What number of repetitions of this weight corresponds to a single bench press of 278.75 pounds?
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We can use Brzycki's formula for this: M = w / (1.0278 - 0.0278n) where M is the single bench-press weight, w is the weight lifted in repetitions (240 pounds), and n is the number of repetitions (5). M = 240 / (1.0278 - 0.0278 * 5) Now, let's calculate the Show more…
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