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One rep maximum
One rep maximum (one repetition maximum, or 1RM) in weight training, is the maximum amount of weight one can lift in a single repetition for a given exercise. One rep maximum can be used for determining an individual's maximum strength, and is the method for determining the winner in events such as powerlifting and weightlifting competitions.
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