Bench press 1RM from 60 kg for 10 reps

Q: I bench 60 kg for 10. How much could I lift for one?

On the bench press, 60 kg for 10 reps gives an estimated 1RM of 80.0 kg with Epley. It is an estimate: at 10 reps the margin of error is wider than at 3 or 5.

Q: Is it safe to test a 1RM as a beginner?

On the bench press, 60 kg for 10 reps gives an estimated 1RM of 80.0 kg with Epley. You do not need to. This figure is enough to plan your sets, and the safe-testing guide explains when and how if you want to.

By Jesús Narváez Tamés · Published on October 28, 2026

An example for beginners: from a set of 60 kg for 10 reps on the bench to an estimated max, without having to test it.

80.0kg

Brzycki: 80.0 kg

Exercise: Bench press
Weight lifted: 60 kg
Reps: 10
Formula: Epley
90% of 1RM: 72.0 kg
80% of 1RM: 64.0 kg
70% of 1RM: 56.0 kg

Ten reps at 60 kg on the bench is a common mark in the first months of lifting. At that point testing a true max does not make much sense: technique still changes from week to week and the risk is not worth it.

Ten reps is about the limit where these formulas stay useful. Past that, the error grows quickly. If your usual set is 12 or 15 reps, add some weight and use a set of 6 to 8 to estimate.

How this was calculated

Epley: 1RM = weight × (1 + reps / 30). It is an estimate, reliable up to about 10 reps taken close to failure. Brzycki (weight × 36 / (37 − reps)) is shown for contrast: if the two drift apart, the set had more reps than the formula handles well.

Nearby values

The same calculation changing only the weight. The highlighted row is this example.

Weight	Result
50 kg	66.7 kg	Brzycki: 66.7 kg
55 kg	73.3 kg	Brzycki: 73.3 kg
60 kg	80.0 kg	Brzycki: 80.0 kg
65 kg	86.7 kg	Brzycki: 86.7 kg
70 kg	93.3 kg	Brzycki: 93.3 kg

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Units

Weight lifted (lb)

Reps performed

Formula

Estimated 1RM

176.4lb

Percentage table

1 reps
100 %
176.4 lb
2 reps
95 %
165.3 lb
3 reps
92 %
160.3 lb
4 reps
89 %
155.6 lb
5 reps
86 %
151.2 lb
6 reps
83 %
147.0 lb
8 reps
78 %
139.2 lb
10 reps
75 %
132.3 lb
12 reps
70 %
126.0 lb

Max (1-2 reps) (≥90%) Strength (3-5 reps) (80-89%) Hypertrophy (6-12 reps) (70-79%) Volume (60-69%) Endurance (<60%)

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Disclaimer: this calculator provides educational information and estimates based on standard formulas. It is not a substitute for personalised advice from a doctor, nutritionist or trainer. Consult a professional before making significant changes to your diet or training.

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Frequently asked questions

I bench 60 kg for 10. How much could I lift for one?+

On the bench press, 60 kg for 10 reps gives an estimated 1RM of 80.0 kg with Epley. It is an estimate: at 10 reps the margin of error is wider than at 3 or 5.

Is it safe to test a 1RM as a beginner?+

On the bench press, 60 kg for 10 reps gives an estimated 1RM of 80.0 kg with Epley. You do not need to. This figure is enough to plan your sets, and the safe-testing guide explains when and how if you want to.

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