Bench Press

Bench Press

Upper Body Push

WHAT IS IT

The Bench Press presses a barbell or dumbbells from the chest while lying on a bench. It builds the pushing strength behind the burpees and the wall balls, and balances all the pulling in HYROX training.

HOW TO DO IT CORRECTLY

  1. 1Lie on the bench with eyes under the bar and feet flat on the floor.
  2. 2Grip slightly wider than shoulder-width and pull the shoulder blades together.
  3. 3Unrack and lower the bar to the lower chest, elbows at about 45°.
  4. 4Press back up until the arms are straight.
  5. 5Keep the glutes on the bench and the feet planted throughout.

MUSCLES WORKED

ChestTricepsShoulders

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