Bench Press
About this move
Bench Press is a advanced chest exercise performed with a barbell. It is one of the most effective moves for building strength, control and muscular endurance, earning a 4.3/5 rating and over 10,666 saves from the Top 1000 training community. Add it to your programme, focus on clean form over load, and progress gradually as it starts to feel easy.
Highlights
Frequently asked
What muscles does the Bench Press work?
The Bench Press primarily trains the chest, while also recruiting supporting stabiliser muscles for control and balance.
What equipment do I need for the Bench Press?
The Bench Press uses a barbell. You can usually scale the load or swap in a similar tool as needed.
Is the Bench Press suitable for beginners?
The Bench Press is rated Advanced. It is an advanced move — master the fundamentals and prioritise technique before adding load.
Why is the Bench Press in the Top 1000?
With a 4.3/5 rating and 10,666 saves, the Bench Press ranks among the most trusted and effective chest exercises for lifters at every level.
Learn the Bench Press
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