Weight Progression Calculator
What is weight progression?
Weight progression is the gradual increase of load in strength exercises, enabling continuous development of strength and muscle mass. Proper progression planning reduces injury risk and helps maintain motivation.
How to use the weight progression calculator?
Enter your current weight, the percentage of increase, and the number of training sessions, and the calculator will show recommended loads for the upcoming workouts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I increase the weight?
It depends on the exercise, training goal, and experience level. Usually every 1–2 weeks for compound lifts.
Should progression be linear?
At first it can be linear, but over time you should use periodization and vary progression speed.