Glossary term
Rate of perceived exertion (RPE)
A subjective scale for rating how hard an effort feels.
Definition
A subjective scale for rating how hard an effort feels.
Why it matters
This concept helps explain how a program creates challenge, organizes workload or manages recovery. Understanding it makes program claims easier to evaluate.
Example
A well-written program should show how this concept appears in the weekly plan rather than relying on the term as marketing language.