Week 6 Max Effort Bench Press 100309 0001

[Stifledsubmission]

wow i'm a 185 lb dude and my bench max is only 225 i got it to that in 2 weeks, from 205 to 225.. Now its alot harder to get it higher.. HOw does the board help u break the barrier? Does that bench press shirt/gear help at all? Is there a certain technique on how to arch ur back, i try it all the time but i think i'm doing it wrong.

[hvyliftergrl]

Shout out to Niko or Johnny B for help on these great questions. Would like the experts to chime in if you would. Thanks!

[hvyliftergrl]

Board training helps you train thru sticking points. Object is to hit a new PR on each board. Boards also help develop lockout power. Bench shirt gives me appx 50-60 lbs on the lift. It works like a spring as it stores the energy of the descent and loads it to the ascent. When arching, you must get up on your traps, tuck your lats, and squeeze your shoulder blades back while placing your hips as close to your shoulders as possible - like a back bend. Hit me on email if you need more details.

[anthonymill74]

i think you have much more strength in the tank any up comming events you looking to do,,niko is kickin my ass up here.last time i saw you was at the olimpic thing at nikos..we could use a pretty face..lol but with so much strength..tony

[hvyliftergrl]

I will be up to train with you all on Saturday and then going to the Garage Ink Christmas Party that evening. Currently training for the Arnold Sports Festival Raw Challenge. Possibly doing the Push/Pull meet in January as a workout.

[Siouxz52Champ]

Good Job - you are ready for India!

[hvyliftergrl]

Thanks Sioux-z! I am both excited and anxious. :o)

[SupremeSportsPT]

Smoked it! Nice work and way to go Noah ;)

[hvyliftergrl]

Thanks Matt! It felt great to break through that barrier! Could be because Niko didn't tell me how much was loaded on the bar - so I wasn't able to psych myself out over it. Lol

[hvyliftergrl]

:o) Thanks!

[rhsalaska]

I think you would do better if you arched. ;)