Bench Press - How To Get The Most Out Of It

The bench press is probably one of the first weight training exercises that comes to mind when you try to think of one

. It is a majorly loved workout. Benching works on your tricep and pectoral muscles if done correctly. Sadly, a large sum of people do it incorrectly and yield unsatisfying results. In this article, I will give you three tips to make the most out of your bench pressing.

First of all, don't only focus on the bench press. It's hard to belive, but it isn't surprising to see someone only benching and ignoring all of the other machines. Although not common knowledge, working out your tricep will help you greatly with getting results from bench pressing. Here are some examples of good tricep workouts: close grip pushup, close grip bench press, tricep dip, and tricep extension. With a strong tricep strength base, handling heavier weights in the bench press will be easier and more effective.

The next problem I'm going to address is bench press form. Locking out the elbows when pushing the bar is probably the most common technique mistake. The majority of the weight while bench pressing should be on your pectorals. Locking out your elbows would cause all of the weight to damage your elbow joints. You should also work on gripping the barbell properly. Find out if you're gripping the bar correctly by making sure your arms create ninety degree angles when the bar lowers to your chest during the bench press. If the arms create a 90 degree angle, I know I'm holding it fairly correctly. Bouncing the barbell off one's chest is also another thing I see all the time. When you're bench pressing, have control over the bar and lift and push slowly to have the most effective workout.

The last thing I'd suggest is to find a solid exercise program to follow. Discipline is hard to keep when facing tough workouts, and I think finding a solid routine is the best way to keep you in check. You can reach your goals easier with a routine because you'll know what you have to do each day to get the workout you need to end up successful. You can either make your workout plan yourself or get it done by a fitness professional/coach.

by: Tyler Parkman

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