December 31
Bench Press Grip: The Magic Number
Use this simple math formula to find your perfect bench press grip, prevent injuries, and lift a lot more weight.
August 27
4 Bench Press Lies
If your bench press numbers are stuck, it's probably because you've misinterpreted the good advice of geared lifters. Here's how to get unstuck.
April 4
Bench Press More in 4 Weeks
To bench more weight, bench more often, practice pauses, train the bottom part of the press, and have a smart plan.
February 13
Master the Floor Press
The bench press may be everyone's favorite upper body barbell exercise, but its shorter-ranged cousin could be even better.
February 3
6 Heavy Bench Press Lessons
Shoulder pressing versus benching, avoiding injuries, the right grip to use, and why you should never miss a rep.
January 31
Finding Your Big 3 Lifts
Powerlifters have to bench, squat, and deadlift. But what if you just want to impress the ladies when your clothes come off?
September 20
Squat, Deadlift & Bench Options for Big Gains
Always going heavy on the Big 3 can lead to injury and stagnation. Here how to lighten your loads and keep getting better.
August 14
Master the Reverse-Grip Bench Press
Don't be scared. The reverse-grip bench press can be safely used to hit new, pain-free PR’s. Here’s how.
May 28
Fake Strength: Stop Arching the Bench Press
Re-think the big arch for bench pressing. It doesn't create any real strength, and admit it: it's cheating. Here’s why.
March 21
6 Stronger Bench Exercises
Most benchers have one of four problems. Here are six innovative fixes.
January 9
8 Tips From an 800-Pound Bencher
The soft-pause technique, extended ROM presses, the induction method, and other tips from a monster bench presser. Check ‘em out.
December 4
The Virtual Bench Press Seminar
The first rule of fixing your bench press is admitting your bench sucks. The second rule is that you must read this article and learn about the set-up, grip, ascent, and descent.
December 3
Lessons from The Dead Zone: The Bench
The dead zone is when injuries and frustrations mount. It can last a decade, but getting through it may be what gives you the biggest gains of your life. Here’s what to do.
November 15
How I Benched 400
Hitting a 400-pound bench is a goal for many lifters, yet few ever get there. They need this article.
October 11
Bench More to Bench More
Forget overtraining. One of the most effective ways to bench press more weight is to bench press more often.
May 8
Why the Bench Press is the Best Exercise
For the goals of improved strength, more muscle size, better athletic function, and even general fitness, the bench press is the best exercise. Here’s why.
15 Commandments for the Big 3 Lifts
15 benching, squatting, and deadlifting tips to lead you to the powerlifting promised land.
January 23
The Truth About the Bench Press
What's the purpose of a big bench? Does the strength displayed there actually translate into real-life athleticism and pushing power? Find out here.
January 2
8 Bad-Ass Bench Press Tips
Here are 8 tips pulled from some of the sport's top pressers that will have you hitting new PRs in no time.