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Total repetitions per set do not seem to affect RIR accuracy when close to failure (i.e. 9RPE).

When training close to failure, perceived exertion ratings may be more reliable regardless of total repetitions.

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However, total repetitions per set do not seem to effect RIR accuracy when close to failure (i.e. 9RPE).
Jared H. Perlmutter et al. · Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise · 2017

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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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