RPE-scale - use of Borg RPE scale

Oct 12, 2026

Borg RPE scale provides a numeric way to describe how hard a person feels they are working during physical activity. The scale ranges from very light activity to max effort activity, linking each level with practical sensations such as ease of breathing, ability to carry on a conversation, and how quickly exertion becomes uncomfortable. It is used to rate effort across different activities and to build awareness of a personal baseline over time.

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What is it?

Why do we use it?

FAQs

What does the Borg RPE scale measure?

It helps describe how hard you feel you are working during exercise using a numbered scale.

How does the scale help over time?

It helps you build awareness of your normal feelings during activities, called your baseline, and recognize changes.

How is the scale used during different activities?

It lets you rate your effort for various activities and adjust the intensity based on how exerting they feel.

Oct 12, 2026

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