Six Steps to a 315-Pound Bench
It’s a pretty awesome goal to go after, but MOST will not hit it. (2:12)
The value and history of the bench press. (3:13)
Six Steps to a 315-Pound Bench
#1 - Master the technique (strong arch, activate lats, squeeze bar, elbows slightly tucked, use leg drive). (5:23)
#2 - Bench 2 days a week (heavy and speed days). (14:20)
#3 - Do shoulder mobility daily. (17:34)
#4 - Eat in a surplus. (23:06)
#5 - Don’t neglect back work. (24:05)
#6 - Use isometric pauses. (26:03)
Questions:
How important is including an incline press? (28:37)
How can bands and chains be used to improve my bench press? (30:57)
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