This exercise is rotated and used as an assistance exercise on some max effort days for bench. The movement is setup with a wider than normal grip on the bar therefore limiting shoulder involvement and placing more emphasis directly on the pectorals. Also your back should be flat on the bench (no arch) to increase the distance of the movement. The exercise involves 4 half reps each rep finishing just before the movement transition to the triceps. Generally by the 5th rep the muscle is fatigued and at this point the bar is extended all the way to lock out. This exercise enables you to strengthen your pectorals with out having to use maximal weight. This definitely helps develop your starting speed & strength for the lift.
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