May 27, 2025 · By adjusting your bench press form slightly and working on an inclined surface, you’ll involve your triceps and front deltoids to a greater degree. You’ll also shift emphasis from your pecs...

Nov 22, 2024 · Proper bench press form requires a few key steps. Pull your shoulders down and back, arch your back slightly and control the weight on the way down.

Aug 20, 2024 · Lie on the bench, under the rack that holds the bar. Your eyes should be roughly aligned with the front of the barbell rack uprights. Your glutes, shoulders, and head are flat on the bench with …

Learn how to bench press with this complete checklist on bench press form that will take you from body position to grip to bar path and more.

Aug 14, 2025 · At its core, the bench press is a horizontal push—a fundamental movement pattern in strength training where you push weight away from you while your body is on a horizontal …

Mar 6, 2024 · Here’s a video where you can see me Bench Press with proper form as part of the StrongLifts 5×5 Workout A. You can also hear me answer common questions about the Bench Press …

To bench press safely, you not only need to have good technique (as covered above), but you need to know how to use the rack correctly. We chose to use a standard rack with two pillars when creating …

Jul 5, 2025 · To master the bench press, you need to know what you’re working. Think of your body as a team. Pectoralis Major: This is your main chest muscle, responsible for the bulk of the pushing …

Sep 4, 2025 · Dialing in proper bench press technique is one of the fastest ways to improve performance. In this guide, we’ll walk through the essentials of proper form so you can lift heavier, …

Dec 8, 2025 · Learn proper setup, grip, bar path, breathing, and form cues to build strength safely and effectively. The bench press is one of the most effective upper body exercises for building strength …