Table 3.
The accuracy of the 6RM prediction equations (n = 29).
Equation
Mean difference
(actual load - predicted load)
MAPE(%)
Hammer curl = Bench press (0.28) + 6.30kg
.42kg
*
8.54
Barbell biceps curl = Bench press (0.33) + 6.20kg
.37kg
*
6.52
Overhead triceps extension = Bench press (0.33) - 0.60kg
.54kg
*
7.78
Dumbbell shoulder press = Bench press (0.42) + 5.84kg
.29kg
*
7.05
* Not significant in t-test comparison. MAPE = Mean absolute percentage error.