Fitness calculators for strength training

Calculators for people who train with a barbell: estimate your one-rep max from a set, pick a working weight by percentage or RPE, quickly load the right plates and compare strength adjusted for bodyweight. All of them run in the browser, free and with no sign-up.

Calculators

How calculators help your training

Most strength programs prescribe load as a percentage of 1RM or by RPE — “5 × 5 at 75%”, “3 × 3 @ RPE 8”. To turn that into kilograms you need to know your max and how to recalculate it. Start with the 1RM calculator: from one set of 2–8 reps it estimates your max and shows a chart of training weights.

Next the working weight has to go on the bar — the plate calculator shows what to load on each side and your warm-up sets. And when you want to compare yourself with others or see whether your relative strength grows as your bodyweight changes, Wilks, DOTS and IPF GL points come in handy.

FAQ

Which calculator should I start with?

The 1RM calculator: almost every other calculation is based on your one-rep max. Take a recent set of 2–8 reps and it estimates your max and shows training weights from 50 to 100%.

How accurate are the results?

They are estimates: the formulas were derived from large groups of lifters, and for an individual the result can differ by 5–10%. Use them as a starting point and adjust weights by feel and your diary records.

Are the calculators free?

Yes, all calculators are free and work in the browser on desktop and mobile with no sign-up. Results are calculated right on the page as you type.

Should I use percentages of 1RM or RPE?

Percentages are simpler and suit beginners on a clear program. RPE is more flexible: the weight adapts to how you feel on the day. Many programs combine both — the main set by percentage, extra sets by RPE.

How do I save my results?

Log your working sets in the Workouter workout diary: weight history and progress charts for each exercise show how your max grows, and you always have a recent set for a new calculation.