Bench Press

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The 8-Week Bench Blueprint: Add Pounds, Not Pain

The 8-Week Bench Blueprint: Add Pounds, Not Pain

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

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Benefits of Training With Close Grip Press

Benefits of Training With Close Grip Press

A grip change can unlock more triceps strength, better control, and a smoother lockout on your bench.

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Build a Stronger Bench With Smarter Programming

Build a Stronger Bench With Smarter Programming

Get the comprehensive bench press program to enhance upper body strength and break through plateaus.

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The Rowing Machine Might Be the Best Muscle Tool You’re Ignoring

The Rowing Machine Might Be the Best Muscle Tool You’re Ignoring

Rowing workouts are low-impact, muscle-building powerhouses. Learn how to grow strength and size. Plus what machine to get without breaking the bank.

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The Overhead Press–Bench Press Connection

The Overhead Press–Bench Press Connection

Can overhead pressing help your bench press? Short answer: yes, but only if you do it right. Here’s how to use OHP to build real carryover.

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A Cable Exercise That Supports Deadlift and Bench

A Cable Exercise That Supports Deadlift and Bench

Cable pullovers aren’t just for show. This simple lat-focused movement can help you stay tighter on the bench and keep the bar closer in the deadlift... without beating up your joints.

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Bands vs. Chains for Powerlifting

Bands vs. Chains for Powerlifting

Programming + Warm Up + Bench Cues

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How to Fix Weak Points During Bench Press

How to Fix Weak Points During Bench Press

+ Olympic results and how to fix an uneven lift

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Push Pull Competitions

Push Pull Competitions

Prep, focus, and coach tips

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Bench Press Has More Technical Rules Than Any Other Lift

Bench Press Has More Technical Rules Than Any Other Lift

+ news and resources for bench press

Jim Markus
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3 Exercises To Increase Bench Press (That Actually Work)

3 Exercises To Increase Bench Press (That Actually Work)

Plus news, reviews, and a question for next week.

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Jim Markus
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Answering Your Questions

Answering Your Questions

Our powerlifting coaches answer specific reader questions about reps and shoulder pain.

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Joseph Lucero