Perceived Exertion (RPE) is a self-assessment tool to measure workout intensity, allowing lifters to adjust the effort for optimal training results.
On Train Fitness, RPE is represented on a scale from 1-10, divided into four levels.
RPE | Level | Description |
1-3 | Easy | Not challenging. Easily complete the workout. |
4-6 | Moderate | Working but comfortable. Requires effort to complete. |
7-8 | Hard | Challenging and uncomfortable. Could complete the workout, but no more. |
9-10 | All Out | Extremely uncomfortable. Could barely complete the workout. |
Assessing RPE for a Set or Workout
When assessing RPE for a workout or set, consider:
Breathing rate
Heart rate
Muscle fatigue
Sweating level
Logging and Editing RPE for a Workout
Upon completing a workout, you can edit details such as the title and caption.
Scroll down to find the Perceived Exertion (RPE) section.
Use the slider to set your RPE from 1 to 10.
Tap 'Save'.
Once saved, the RPE will be displayed on the workout details page.
To edit RPE for a workout:
Go to the workout you want to edit.
Tap "..." and select "Edit Workout Details."
Scroll down to the RPE section and adjust the value.
Tap "Save".
Logging and Editing RPE for a Set
You can log RPE for any set during a workout. In the Live Workout Editor on the Train Fitness mobile app:
Tap to expand the exercise if it has not already been expanded.
Tap the drop-down menu and select "RPE."
Tap "-" to open the RPE logging sheet.
Drag the slider to the desired value and release it to log the RPE.
To edit RPE for any set:
Tap the RPE number again to open the logging sheet.
Adjust the slider to the new value and release to update the RPE.
View set RPE in the Workout Log section of the Workout Details page by expanding the exercise and toggling the drop-down menu to "RPE."