📈 How to Create a Load-Velocity Profile (RM Equation) in Vitruve

A Load-Velocity Profile (L-V Profile)—also known as an RM Equation—helps you accurately estimate your 1RM and optimize load selection based on velocity. Let’s walk through how to set it up in the app.

🧪 Step 1: Create a New RM Equation

1. Open the app and tap the “Tests” icon.
2. Select “Equations.”
3. Tap the “+” button to create a new equation.
4. Fill in the details:
   • Name your profile (e.g., January Josh).
   • Choose the metric (e.g., Peak Velocity).
   • Select the exercise you'll be profiling.

🏋️ Step 2: Perform the Test

You’ll enter data for four sets, each at a different load.

Suggested Load Structure:

⚠️ The 1RM velocity is crucial. If you don’t know it, you’ll need to:

• Perform a true 1RM lift, or
• Go to failure to determine the velocity threshold.

If that's not feasible, you can use data from similar exercises as a reference.

✅ Step 3: Review and Save Your Equation

After inputting your sets:

• The app will assess your equation:
  • ✅ Perfect / Nearly Perfect → Good to go!
  • ⚠️ Improvable → Repeat recommended for better accuracy.
  • ❌ Bad Equation → Discard and try again.

Saving the Equation:

1. Press Save once satisfied.
2. Select the equation to use in future training by tapping the green checkmark.
   • This equation will now be used to estimate your 1RM during workouts.

📊 Step 4: Use & Manage Your Load-Velocity Profiles

• Your new RM Equation will display your estimated 1RM.
• Create multiple profiles for:
  • Different exercises
  • Specific training blocks
  • Varying fatigue levels

🔁 You can switch between equations anytime to suit your session goals.

🧠 Summary

📍 A well-built Load-Velocity Profile keeps your training accurate, adaptable, and personalized.