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RIR — reps in reserve

Reps in reserve: how many reps remained before failure. RIR 2 means you could have done two more. It helps keep the intended proximity to failure without going to the limit.

Section: Training

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The term is used in the calculator, the supplements sections and pharmacology. Back to the glossary or open the methodology in the app.