When programming with percentage-based weight parameters, you can use either a single value or a range. The system calculates absolute weights differently depending on which parameter you choose:
% 1RME requires you to manually enter a one-rep max for each athlete and exercise before an absolute weight displays
%difficulty automatically calculates an absolute weight after the athlete completes the exercise at least once in a workout, using their performance data to determine the weight
This article covers how rep and weight ranges affect absolute weight calculations, what your athletes will see in their app, and what to do if the estimated weight appears blank.
Understanding Weight Calculations with Ranges
The combination of reps and percentage weights determines whether the system can calculate absolute weights for your athletes. Below are the four key scenarios you'll encounter when programming.
1. Reps and % Weight = Absolute Weight Calculated
When you program specific reps with a percentage weight, the system calculates an absolute weight for your athlete.
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2. Rep Ranges and % Weight = No Absolute Weight Calculated
When you use rep ranges with percentage weight, the system displays only the percentage—no absolute weight is calculated.
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3. Reps and % Difficulty Ranges = Absolute Weight Range Calculated
When you program specific reps with a percentage difficulty range, the system calculates an absolute weight range for your athlete.
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4. Rep Ranges and % Difficulty Ranges = Absolute Weight Range Calculated
When you combine rep ranges with percentage difficulty ranges, the system calculates a range of absolute weights for your athlete.
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Bridge Tip: Click Estimate Weight at the top of the exercise pop-up to preview exactly what your athlete will see when completing the workout. This helps you verify that weight calculations display as intended before assigning the program.
What to do if Estimated Weight is blank?
Estimated Weight is based on the athlete's own history with that specific exercise. Bridge needs at least one completed set at a specific weight percentage before it can estimate weight for %Difficulty.
Here's how to get estimates showing:
Have the athlete complete the exercise with a specific weight percentage at least once.
After that, Estimated Weight will populate for that exercise when using specific percentages or a percentage range.
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