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Big Time Bench: Want To Turn Every Head In Your Gym? Give Us 12 Weeks
The bench press is more than a pec-builder. It's great for improving the strength and muscularity of your entire upper body. Learn how to master this key move.
Date Added: Apr 5, 2012 -
Pressing Charges: 7 Bench-Press Crimes, Solved
Are you guilty of the leg-writhe, the chest-bounce, or the two-rep set? Learn from Officer Jim Vaglica before someone issues a bench warrant!
Date Added: Nov 29, 2012 -
Ask The Super Strong Guy: How Can I Bench With An Injured Shoulder?
Pro powerlifter Mark Bell answers your questions about lifting very, very heavy objects off the floor and rack.
Date Added: Sep 7, 2012 -
NFL Combine Trainer: 225 Bench Press For Enduring Strength
The 225 bench test provides NFL scouts with a look in an athlete's training past. Let's roll under the bar. It's time to put up or shut up.
Date Added: Feb 1, 2012 -
Pectoral Battle Royale: Barbells Vs. Dumbbells Vs. Smith Machine
Different chest exercises provide particular power for particular muscles. Learn which exercises work best to build biceps and triceps.
Date Added: Jan 6, 2012 -
Chest Workout: No Bench Press? No Problem.
Build a bigger, stronger, better chest with this complete workout from USPLabs designed to punish the pecs from every angle.
Date Added: Oct 28, 2011 -
Ask The $250/Hour Trainer: How Can I Improve My Bench Press?
I train professional athletes, I train A-list celebrities, and now I train you!
Date Added: Jun 3, 2011 -
5 Steps To A Bigger Bench
Your body isn't the only thing pushing that bar off your chest. Your mind needs to be in overdrive as well. Here's how to merge mind and body.
Date Added: Mar 8, 2011 -
One Move For A Big Chest: Decline Barbell Bench Press.
If you want to add a lot of new size and strength to your upper torso, you need to do the decline barbell bench press. Use this exercise with any of the following methods and watch your chest grow!
Date Added: Jan 14, 2011 -
How Supplementing With Creatine Can Boost Your Bench!
Why aren't you piling on the plates when you max out on the bench press? It's time to take a closer look at what creatine can do for you. Find out more.
Date Added: Apr 30, 2010 -
Increase Your Bench Press With Phenomenal Training & Nutrition Plan!
'How much can you bench?' If you are on this site and have lifted for longer than one day, you have probably been asked this question at least once. Here are the absolute musts to reach a new max quickly and safely.
Date Added: Feb 12, 2010 -
What's The Best Workout To Increase Your Bench?
What's the best workout to increase your bench? It may not be the most demanding or interesting lift, but the bench is the key to building a massive chest. Here are some great workouts, who should avoid it, and more. Read on.
Date Added: Jun 24, 2009 -
Big Bench Secrets: Make Your Muscles Scream With The Following Routine & Tips!
Have you been stuck at the same weight on your bench press for a long time? Wait no more. It's time to add some weight to that bar and make it bow! Here are some useful tips and techniques to help you push some serious pounds!
Date Added: Nov 21, 2008 -
Build A Double-Barrel Chest: Johnnie Jackson Bench Press Tips & Workout!
In order to push your muscles to the limit, Johnnie has provided some key tips that everyone should incorporate into their chest routines. These tips helped him maximize his bench press. Sample workout included!
Date Added: Sep 17, 2008 -
5 Steps To A Bigger Stronger Bench!
The training program I designed led to a huge increase, not only my bench press but my strength overall. So if you read on you will see how you too can increase your overall strength and more importantly your bench!
Date Added: May 15, 2008 -
How To Increase Your Bench Press: A Short-Term Plan.
In this article I am going to outline a simple, but effective short-term plan, that will enable you to add some pretty impressive weight to your bench press... Read on to learn about this plan which includes tips, techniques, and more.
Date Added: Oct 15, 2007 -
Bench Press More In Just One Day! Learn Bar Placement & Other Tips.
Having a good bench press is mandatory in most sports today and is normally the first question asked. So how do you get a good bench? Get detailed tips for improving technique right here!
Date Added: Apr 27, 2007 -
LiftRite Video Guide: The Bench Press - Part 1!
Impressive pectoral muscles are often defined as the very foundation of a manly physique. In this installment of LiftRite, learn the proper lifting techniques for mastering the bench press! Check it out...
Date Added: Mar 6, 2007 -
Avoiding A Bench Press Blowout: Rotator Cuff Exercises!
The vast majority of individuals measure their strength and even their manhood based on how much they can bench. Try out this great rotator cuff routine and take your bench to new personal records!
Date Added: Nov 6, 2006 -
Bench Press Blunders: Don't Let These 8 Mistakes Sabotage Your Bench!
The bench press is a core fundamental exercise for developing upper body strength. I’ve listed eight common mistakes that people make and suggestions to improve your bench. Bonus workout included! Learn more...
Date Added: Oct 31, 2006 -
Powerlifting: Scot Mendelson Highlight.
In tribute to Scot's unsurpassed feats of strength and power, we've collected some of our best powerlifting content all into one place, including video of Scot, interviews, and articles, for you to get better acquainted with this veritable behemoth!
Date Added: Jul 21, 2006 -
Coax 30 Lbs. Out Of Your Bench!
Besides people asking me how they can improve their vertical jump, I also have people asking me about how to improve their bench. Get the details here for jacking up your bench! Learn more...
Date Added: Oct 26, 2005 -
How To Improve Your Bench Press - Bench 300!
Here are some bench press tips on how to break out of that plateau you might be in. These tips and techniques are in detail and should help tremendously in your bench pressing goals.
Date Added: Sep 27, 2005 -
15 Secrets To A Bigger Bench Press.
However, for the sake of this article, and so I can sleep at night, I'll assume that you want to lift as much as possible in the bench press exercise for the right reasons. Here are a few tips.
Date Added: Jul 7, 2005 -
How I Mastered A Monster Bench!
Time and time again I'm questioned on what type of training routine I did as a teen in order to capture two world records on the bench. Read on to find out how I was able to do this and many other activities.
Date Added: May 3, 2005 -
What Program Is Best For Increasing Your Bench Press?
How much do ya bench? Oh, if we only had a dollar for each time somebody asked us that! With it being so important, it is no wonder that people are constantly trying to increase their bench.
Date Added: Apr 15, 2005 -
The Big, Bad, Bench Press: Part Two.
Now that the fundamentals of the traditional bench press have been discussed, let's look at some variations.
Date Added: Feb 25, 2005 -
Exercise Of The Week: Incline Barbell Bench Press.
As a bodybuilder, the incline should also be the first exercise in chest training. Utilizing incline bar, smith machine incline bar, and incline dumbbell presses should be used for bodybuilding prep. Learn why...
Date Added: Dec 3, 2004 -
Exercise Of The Week: Flat Barbell Bench Press.
The flat barbell bench press is the most common exercises used in the gym. It is the staple exercise for building muscle mass and strength in the chest. Learn more!
Date Added: Nov 17, 2004 -
The Big, Bad, Bench Press!
Although the bench press has fallen out of favor with many of the 'newer' methods that strength coaches are utilizing, it is still a huge part of the world of strength and conditioning...
Date Added: Nov 10, 2004 -
Training The Bench Press.
Most of the lifters that I’ve talked with on the internet and in person do not use drugs. Once they grasp the concepts behind this training, they undoubtedly make huge gains. The trick is not overtraining...
Date Added: Sep 29, 2004 -
Benching For Records!
I am going to share with you my training and the moments that brought me up to the days of my first three bench press meets and my induction into sanctioned Bench Press only meets!
Date Added: Jul 12, 2004 -
20 Ways To Increase Your Bench Press RIGHT NOW!
Learn how to increase your bench press today with these awesome 20 tips. Learn how to bench properly and the techniques of a huge bench from champion bodybuilder Anthony Church!
Date Added: Nov 28, 2003 -
So You Want To Bench More. Here's How!
Learn how to increase your bench from an IPA World Record bench presser. Learn how to improve your bench from someone who knows whats up!
Date Added: Nov 25, 2003 -
Increasing Your Bench The Easy Way
So how do you find that quick fix to get a big bench? Well, unless you're a freak of nature then you are probably like me and need all the help me you can get. Here are tips and a full workout program!
Date Added: Oct 30, 2003 -
Banging Triceps For A Bigger Bench!
I wondered what was the main factor in increasing the pro's bench press maxes? The answer is triceps strength. Learn how to build yours with these full exercise guides which include chains, boards, and bands!
Date Added: Oct 7, 2003 -
The Myth Of The Bench Press
The most common asked question in most weight training circles is, how much can you bench? You will often hear the question answered with astounding totals that are often an exaggeration of the individual's hope...
Date Added: Sep 30, 2003 -
Bench Like An Animal - Part Three.
We have spent enough time talking about turning the average lifter into an Animal, the kind who has strength training on the brain 24/7. By this time, you should be able to taste it...
Date Added: Sep 30, 2003 -
The Bench Has Many Faces!
So many people think that there is only one way and only one way to bench press. The bench press has many faces, and we're going to explore them today!
Date Added: Sep 30, 2003 -
Training Tips: Common Bench Press Errors!
Nick Nilsson's quick tips will help you get the results you are looking for from your training no matter what your goal.
Date Added: Jul 17, 2003 -
Increase Your Bench With Metal Militia Training!
A few weeks before my next week I was stuck at 405 lbs in the bench. Using the metal militia training, I increased my bench by over 100 lbs in less than 6 months! Learn how I did it!
Date Added: Jul 10, 2003 -
Experiments in the Gym: The Bench Press!
You should always experiment in your training. By performing experiments you can find out what "works" and what doesn't. This should be an on going process because something that works today may not work a few months from now. However, your experiments should always be performed from a foundation of common sense.
Date Added: Jul 3, 2003 -
How To Do The Perfect Bench Press Rep!
Learn the technique, several tips, and explosive secrets to bench press form that will send your strength and muscle development through the roof!
Date Added: Jun 28, 2003 -
Training Tips: Leg Drive In The Flat Barbell Bench Press!
Nick Nilsson's quick tips will help you get the results you are looking for from your training no matter what your goal.
Date Added: May 30, 2003 -
My Modern Day Bench Shirt Experience.
If you decide to compete in powerlifting in the bench press, make sure you do your homework with regard to bench shirts. Because competing without one these days would be like entering a gun fight with a butter knife!
Date Added: May 29, 2003 -
Road To Power: The Formula For A Monster Bench!
It sometimes feels like there is a big secret to success when you are the new guy at the gym, and no one is letting you in on it. Well here it is, the article you have been waiting for.
Date Added: May 23, 2003 -
Raise Your Bench 50-Pounds!
Learn why so many people cannot finish the last 3-5 inches of the bench press and how to increase your bench by 50 POUNDS!
Date Added: Apr 18, 2003 -
Boards, Bands, And Bench Shirts: Are They THAT Important?
Learn how these benching accessories can help boost your bench. Find out the secrets that the pros are using!
Date Added: Apr 8, 2003 -
Bench Press Blastoff!
It's not uncommon for someone to spend months or even years benching the same amount of weight with no improvement. With a few small changes in your technique, a good dose of hard work and some patience, a 300, 400, or even 500-pound bench press is within your reach.
Date Added: Mar 19, 2003 -
Simplifying The Bench Press!
One of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to get their bench max up is training with lots of sets and reps! Learn what you need to know to improve your bench!
Date Added: Mar 18, 2003 -
Bench Like An Animal: Part 1
There are many milestones when entering the world of bench pressing. When starting into the gym life, you might see others in the gym benching big weight and wonder how you too can get there.
Date Added: Jan 7, 2003 -
Don't Be A Ceiling Thruster!
The correct form for the bench press requires that both your feet are touching the ground and your glutes, as well as your upper back remain anchored to the bench. Learn how to do the bench press with correct form!
Date Added: Dec 3, 2002 -
Interview With Bill Carpenter!
Bill Carpenter is an accomplished powerlifter who has many years left in his training.
Date Added: Nov 27, 2002 -
Up Your Max With Singles
There has always been a debate on whether or not performing a single rep during your workout is a good idea. Many people think that if you want to know how much you can lift for one rep you can simply look it up in a chart and avoid any chance of injury.
Date Added: Nov 25, 2002 -
Do You Want A Big Bench Press?
We offer quite a few programs but we're known across the Web for The Critical Bench Program. Learn how to add 50 lbs to your bench in 10 weeks!
Date Added: Nov 21, 2002 -
How Much Ya Bench? Increase It NOW!
As the title of this week's column indicates, the bench press has achieved almost cult status, reaching even into popular culture. Don't you want to have the biggest bench out of all your friends? Full guide with pics!
Date Added: Nov 11, 2002 -
Interview With Scot Mendelson!
I haven't heard from you guys on what you think of these guys and I need some input on this. As usual, I'm supporting powerlifting by bringing news and by introducing stars of the sport to best of my ability. This months' profile is Scot Mendelson.
Date Added: Oct 30, 2002 -
Key To Unlocking Your Best Bench Press
There are a lot of reasons, one is because having that godlike chest is one of the most intimidating things a person can have.
Date Added: Oct 17, 2002 -
Interview With The Bench Press King George Halbert!
George Halbert is one of the most well known big benchers from resent years. Benching 733 at just 220 and 683 at 198, he is clearly a very elite bencher.
Date Added: Oct 1, 2002 -
Boosting The Bench
I have received a lot of questions about how to bring up the one-rep max bench press lately. The main problem appears to be the inevitable sticking point a few inches above the chest.
Date Added: Sep 26, 2002 -
Static Contraction Training
Using this method, the test subjects added an average of 9.0 pounds of new muscle (one subject added 28.9 pounds!) in just 10 weeks and increased their full range 1-rep max by 27.6%. Learn how this "minimum dose" training can can lead to maximum agains!
Date Added: Sep 12, 2002 -
Developing the Chest - A Course in Hypertrophy
The chest is perhaps the most widely sought after aspect of the human physique. It is the part that even the skinny-legged guys on the beach stick out. So why do so few people have a good one? Simple; they don’t know how to work it properly. In this article I will outline two training programs and address the problem with the upper chest.
Date Added: Aug 1, 2002 -
How To Boost Strength In The Bench Press, Deadlift And Squat
Suppose you wish to excel in a specific exercise or increase your strength, like in the bench press.
Date Added: Jul 9, 2002 -
How To Bench Press 400 In 12 Months!
Below is a suggested cycle routine to bench press over 400 pounds in 12 months - without the use of drugs. A prerequisite to using this routine is a bench press of at least 285 pounds for 3 repetitions or over 300 pounds for a single RM...
Date Added: Jul 4, 2002 -
How To Bench Press 300 Pounds In 12 Weeks
Below is my reverse pyramid routine I used to boost both my flat and incline bench presses during a 12-week period.
Date Added: Jul 3, 2002 -
Westside Bench Press Training
I am going to introduce you all to the wild and wacky side of training from the Westside. Learn about all the different types of bench pressing (there are 306) and check out pics of many of them. Take your bench pressing to the next level!
Date Added: May 18, 2002 -
Improving The Big Three PART 3
Part three of my series on increasing your bench, squat and deadlift. Learn about: Partial Range of Motion, Chains and Bands, and Assistant Exercises.
Date Added: Mar 9, 2002 -
Transforming The Ineffective To Effective: The Barbell Bench Press!
You do these tried and true exercises (cables & barbells) because everybody tells you that they are the best for building a great physique. Then come along free weights that blow them away. Learn more...
Date Added: Mar 8, 2002 -
Forty Pounds To Your Bench In 3 Weeks!
No this isn't a steroid article or some magic pill but a training program which I used and had success with and felt I needed to share it with you all. This program is straight from AST Sports Science so I don't claim to be creative or anything.
Date Added: Mar 7, 2002 -
The Chest, the Bench Press, and "Feeder" Training to Improve the Two
I gained 55 lbs. on my bench press in four months, from 260 to 315, and 3 inches on my chest. This is, I believe, the perfect workout for chest size and bench press power.
Date Added: Mar 7, 2002 -
Principles of Bench From the Trench
Follow these principles to get the most out of your bench press training. Learn about grip, posture, supplements, number of reps, and other exercises that help increase your bench.
Date Added: Mar 7, 2002 -
Hybrid Strength System
What's better than a bench program?? Well, I don't want to sound cocky, but it would be my new strength system...the Hybrid Strength System. This system is unlike any bodybuilding or powerlifting program that's out there and its grants every lifter's wish... the constant change in workout.
Date Added: Jan 14, 2002 -
Bench III: Setting Up the Workout
we're going to discuss how to setup a workout geared to increasing your bench fast. This is the major part of increasing your bench and its the most important as well. Here are the 12 commandments of bench!
Date Added: Dec 21, 2001 -
The Big Three Exercises
Although it's a good idea to frequently switch out your workouts, three movements that should always be included, especially for hardgainers, are the so-called "Big Three"; bench press, squat, and deadlift.
Date Added: Dec 10, 2001 -
Power-Rack Training Part 1 - The Bench Press
Power-rack training is one of the best ways to help increase strength and rehab from injury. I've been using rack training for almost a month and it has helped a whole lot on other exercises. Let me explain what it is and help you supercharge your training.
Date Added: Dec 7, 2001 -
Break Through Your Bench Press Plateau with a Matrix Program
Everyone hits a wall in their success on Bench press at some stage. How would you like to increase your 1 rep max by at least 10% in 10 weeks? Not to mention some great improvement in chest development at the same time. Here is the full program!
Date Added: Jun 21, 2001 -
The Big Three - Squat, Deadlift, Bench.
The are three main lifts in weightlifting, bench press, deadlift, and the Squat. These are most commonly referred to when trying to find out how strong someone is. Find out what each of them are and how to do them correctly!
Date Added: Jun 12, 2001 -
Se7en Benching Sins
Who wouldn't want to bench 405 for reps? I know I would. What confuses guys is how to increase it. Here are seven benching sins that you should NEVER commit, no matter what myths you have heard!
Date Added: Jun 10, 2001 -
Ten Point Plan for a Big Bench
So you want a big bench? Who doesn't? You have probably had a dream or two of benching 700 pounds to beat Anthony Clark and win a benching title. Follow my 10 rules for benching and you will be closer than ever!
Date Added: Apr 12, 2001 -
Anatomy And Exercises Main Page
Learn about the different muscles of the body and what exercises work them. Find out how to do them with our full guides!
Date Added: Jan 5, 2001