Warm-up Sets Calculator
Warm-up sets are lighter sets done before your working sets. They help you prepare and practice the lift. This calculator turns a working weight into a short list of lighter weights.
- Free
- Works offline after your first visit
- Saves on this device
- No sign-up
- Updated
How it works
Each warm-up set is your working weight times the share you choose. The default shares are 40%, 60% and 80%, and you can change any of them.
The numbers are not rounded to plates. Round them to the weights you actually have, and keep each set lighter than the working weight.
Worked example
For a working weight of 185 lb, the warm-up sets are 74 lb, 111 lb and 148 lb.
Questions
How many warm-up sets should I do?
Three is a common number before a heavy lift. Lighter exercises often need fewer, so use the number that suits your plan.
Why are warm-up sets lighter and with fewer reps?
They are meant to prepare you, not to tire you out, so the work stays light and your working sets stay fresh.
Can I use shares other than 40, 60 and 80?
Yes. Change any share to suit the lift and your experience. Keep each set below the working weight.
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