General
pb
What does pb mean?
Personal Best: your best-ever result on a given lift or exercise, used interchangeably with PR (more common in the UK).
"New squat PB, and it moved fast too."
Origin
British-leaning variant of PR from general athletics.
Frequently asked questions
What does PB mean in the gym?
It stands for Personal Best — your best-ever performance on a lift or exercise.
Is PB the same as PR?
Yes, they're interchangeable. PB (personal best) is more common in the UK, while PR (personal record) is more common in the US.
How do you get a new PB?
You beat your previous best on a lift, usually by adding weight, doing more reps, or improving your time or form standard.
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