Strength Basics

Getting stronger, fitter, and healthier by sticking to the basics. It's not rocket science, it's doing the simple stuff the right way. Strength-Basics updates every Monday, plus extra posts during the week.

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Bench Press

The bench press is one of the most popular exercises in the world. Odds are I don't have to tell anyone that, you already know it. You're probably already doing it.

So how do you do it right, without screwing up your shoulders or being "that guy" at the gym doing 1/4 reps with way too much weight and his buddy helping him lift the weight?

Here's some video to get you started.

These three videos are from Smitty, aka Jim Smith of Diesel Crew.

How to bench press without wrecking your shoulders



Also check out Bench Press Tips #1 and Bench Press Tips #2.


Finally, if you want to know about benching and how to set up for a powerlifting-style bench, ask Dave Tate (warning, not work/family safe language!)

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