Powerful pecs = stronger bench: The new coach‐approved chest plan

A structured 8-week plan to increase your bench while building resilient shoulders.

July 18, 2025

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Want to move more weight on the bench? Then stop training chest like a bodybuilder. These coach-approved chest workouts focus on building strength where it matters: using heavy presses, deep stretches, and strategic overload. If you’re serious about pressing power, this is your new blueprint.

Some highlighted exercises include:

  • Press fly

  • Eccentric dips

  • Barbell bench press

  • Incline Dumbbell fly

Get the full guide with programming tips at PLT.

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