How the Meet Attempt Selector Works
Enter your best gym lifts (true maxes, not estimated) for squat, bench press, and deadlift. The calculator generates three attempts for each lift based on your selected strategy, with plate loading shown for each attempt.
The Three Strategies
| Strategy | Opener | Second | Third | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative | 87% | 93% | 97% | First meet. Go 9/9. Build confidence. |
| Moderate | 90% | 95% | 100% | Standard competition plan. Match your gym max on thirds. |
| Aggressive | 92% | 97% | 103% | PR attempts. Experienced competitors only. |
Why Your Opener Matters Most
Your opener is the most important attempt of the meet. Miss it, and you're immediately under pressure — you need to hit your second attempt just to stay in the meet. Pick a weight you can triple on your worst day. A successful opener builds confidence, gets you on the board, and sets up the rest of your day.
First meet? Use Conservative. Read the Meet Day Walkthrough and Powerlifting 101 before you go.