The bench press is the gold standard of strength and it doesn’t matter whether you’re a weekend warrior or a serious gym bro, (almost) everyone wants to get a bigger bench. At the start this can be easy as newbie gains take over helping you hit PB after PB but, eventually, all good things come to an end, then what do you do?
While you’ll need to include other exercises in your training program, eat a good diet and ensure you're getting plenty of rest, one of the easiest ways you can improve your bench is perfecting your technique. Bobbie Butters, a pro powerlifter for Team GB, says this is one of the first things she looks at when working with athletes. In a video with MiraFit, she shares two of her top tips that will help nail your technique and get you a stronger bench. If you’re not doing these two things, it’s time to…
