Increase Your Max Bench Press By Stretching Your Calves

May 21st, 2008 Posted in Weight Training 3 Comments »

I am in the midst of finishing up a large web development project for a client, so I am taking a couple days off from posting. My next useful Project Swole post might come Thursday but will probably come in on Friday or over the weekend.

A Quick Tip for Bench Pressing

If you are trying to hit a bench press PR (for reps or for weight), try a new approach to preparing for the set. Horizontally stretch your back for 20 seconds. Then stretch your biceps, hamstrings, and calves for at least 15 seconds each before the set. Avoid stretching your chest, shoulders, or triceps. I know it’s weird, but it really works.

Also, if you have a lifting partner or someone else is in the gym, ask for a spot. There’s no need to exhaust yourself on the lift off.

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3 Responses to “Increase Your Max Bench Press By Stretching Your Calves”

  1. that is a useful tip. Bench press really makes your arm strength and can put some sculpt on your arms, if you do it regularly.

  2. Dave says:

    I cant really picture this one … maybe you might need to post this on YouTube.

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