Bench Press

When it comes to the weight room, one of the most talked about and performed lifts is the bench press. Hype aside, many lifters feel that their bench press could improve but just do not quite know how to bust through the dreaded plateau.

We first need to look at the specific needs of a raw bencher — once we know what body parts need brought up, we can then create a program that strategically utilizes the most beneficial exercises.

Cultivating an all-around impressive bench press lift calls for more than repeating the exact same traditional movement over and over again.

Too many times, beginning trainees do not realize that a crucial element to excelling in their bench press is the strength of their back. Specifically, a solid upper back provides the foundation for balance, stability, and ultimately adding on weight each week.

Whenever we talk about the back or building muscle we never really talk about the lower trapezius, but they are actually one of the most important parts of our body!

We are in a new millennium, and the times are a changing, as they say. Bench press shirts are a major part of powerlifting, so get with the program. No one cares what you bench press without a shirt. There are a lot of gym world champs, as long as they stay in their own gym. I’ve always been a slightly above average be

It is officially November and “bulking season” is officially here. During this time most lifters want to build muscle mass during the cooler weather. So for most of you, a chest workout routine is a big part of your fall and winter training routine.