What is pr in gym?

"PR" in the gym context stands for Personal Record. It refers to a new best achievement in a specific exercise. This could be:

• Heavier weight lifted: Lifting more weight than ever before for a given number of repetitions (reps) in a specific exercise (e.g., squatting 225 lbs for 5 reps, exceeding your previous best).
• More repetitions with the same weight: Completing more reps than ever before with a specific weight (e.g., bench pressing 135 lbs for 10 reps, surpassing your previous best of 8 reps).
• Improved time/distance: For exercises like rowing, running on a treadmill, or cycling, a PR could be a faster time or greater distance covered.

Setting and achieving PRs is a key motivator for many gym-goers. It provides a tangible measure of progress and reinforces positive training habits. It's important to note that chasing PRs should be done safely and responsibly, prioritizing proper form and avoiding injury over pushing oneself too hard too quickly.