Originally posted by:pahulkster
What are you trying to accomplish by raising your bench? A more defined goal will make it easier for you to adjust things. If you just want to up the bench for the sake being able to bench more weight then you should look into a basic powerlifting program designed to do that. It isn't my deal so I can't really offer what is best. The Ed Coan program is supposed to be excellent, and who is going to argue with anything Ed Coan. You should also try adding in some rotator cuff work. Do this for two reasons, one is that it will up your bench, and the other is so you don't wreck your shoulders from benching heavier. Assistance exercises are one thing, but mainly you are going to up your bench by focusing on the actual lift of the bench press. Technique changes, grip width, arching, leg drive, etc, all can add up to be a lot if you practice at it.
Originally posted by:Joey NigmaOriginally posted by:pahulkster
What are you trying to accomplish by raising your bench? A more defined goal will make it easier for you to adjust things. If you just want to up the bench for the sake being able to bench more weight then you should look into a basic powerlifting program designed to do that. It isn't my deal so I can't really offer what is best. The Ed Coan program is supposed to be excellent, and who is going to argue with anything Ed Coan. You should also try adding in some rotator cuff work. Do this for two reasons, one is that it will up your bench, and the other is so you don't wreck your shoulders from benching heavier. Assistance exercises are one thing, but mainly you are going to up your bench by focusing on the actual lift of the bench press. Technique changes, grip width, arching, leg drive, etc, all can add up to be a lot if you practice at it.
Thanks for the insight!