The barbell bench press has often been described as the “king” of upper body strength assessments. It is utilized to assess strength in powerlifting competitions via a 1-repetition maximum (1RM) ...
Triceps Tendinopathy: How to Fix Elbow Pain During the Bench Press
Dealing with elbow pain during the bench press can be an annoying injury. Fortunately, with optimal management, you can overcome it. Here’s exactly how to do that. What Does “Tendinopathy” ...
Optimize Your Overhead Press Grip
In order to optimize your overhead press grip, you want to make sure of two things: optimal grip width and proper hand placement. Grip Width The optimal grip width is ...
How to Overcome Shoulder Pain During the Bench Press
Shoulder pain during the bench press can be tricky to manage, especially if it's been going on for a while. If you feel like you’ve tried everything, from foam rolling ...
Do the Reverse Band Bench Press for Pain-Free Shoulders
Shoulder pain during the bench press is an all too common occurrence. While there could be many reasons as to why, one thing is for sure: There's usually a way ...
Do the Board Press for Banged Up Shoulders
The board press has been utilized by powerlifters to improve lockout strength; however, it also has a key role for those struggling with banged up shoulders Shoulder Pain During the ...
A Better Way to Do the Band Pull Apart
The band pull apart is one of the most effective accessory exercises for overall shoulder health and stability. However, even it can be overused. With the majority of barbell pressing ...
5 Tips To Eliminate Shoulder Pain During the Bench Press
The bench press represents a staple upper body pressing exercise used to increase strength, power, and hypertrophy. Increasing your bench press press is a highly sought after goal for both ...