Research
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There are moderate and significant correlations between total repetitions performed and the RIR difference at the called 5RPE (r=0.64, p=0.01) and 7RPE (r=0.56, p=0.004).
Trainers should consider that higher total repetitions may affect the accuracy of perceived exertion ratings.
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There were moderate and significant correlations between total repetitions performed and the RIR difference at the called 5RPE (r=0.64, p=0.01) and 7RPE (r=0.56, p=0.004).
Why this rating
Based on the statistical analysis presented in the abstract.
Source
Total Repetitions Per Set Effects Repetitions in Reserve-based Rating of Perceived Exertion Accuracy
Jared H. Perlmutter et al. · Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise · 2017
cross-sectional · n=25
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