RPE SCALE
Everyone is at a different level.
We use the RPE scale to make sure everyone is getting the most out of the workout no matter what level.
RATE of PERCEIVED EXERTION (RPE) is used to measure how hard your body works during physical activity.
It runs from 0 – 10, using numbers to rate how much effort an activity takes.
1
Very light activity: hardly any exertion but more than sleeping, watching TV, etc.
2-3
Light activity: Feels like you can maintain it for hours. Easy to breathe and carry a conversation.
4-6
Moderate activity: Breathing heavily, can hold short conversations. Still somewhat comfortable, but becoming noticeably more challenging.
7-8
Vigorous activity: Borderline uncomfortable. Short of breath, can speak a sentence.
9
Very Hard Activity: Very difficult to maintain exercise intensity. Can barely breathe and speak only a few words.
10
Max Effort Activity: Feels almost impossible to keep going. Completely out of breath, unable to talk. Cannot maintain for more than a very short time.