The Official Ov35 Bench Press Thread!

[frankzan]

Nice lifts! Will post mine if I ever hit that stupid 50 post rule..

[trev71]

So, been doing 531 +BBB and taking deload weeks as prescribed. So, this week, my deload, I decided to do some single heavy reps, test out some limits, and get a bit more used the heavier weights.

I ran into an interesting scenario, one that I didn't expect. I bench on a movable bench, in the squat rack. That said, the squat rack has really deep hooks that I have always had to 'stretch' upwards to get out of it. To explain better, I have to unpinch my shoulder blades and throw my shoulders up a little bit, video below may show it.

Today, it broke me on my 300 attempt... totally threw me off, lost focus, I couldn't stretch up... so, I added 10lb plates under the bench... dropped 10lbs.. and fired up 290.

The bench with the plates under it, now feels correct. However, I have to dial in my form a little, as you see my butt come off the bench. I've been really good about bringing my legs FAR back to eliminate my butt from rising while using my leg drive. Also my heels come up.. that causes my butt to rise... it's just me needing to modify positioning with the bench higher up... maybe I'll wear high heels next week.

So my routine today:
- bar x 10
- 135 x 10
- 185 x 5
- 225 x 3
- 250 x 1
- 275 x 1
- 300 x fail
- 290 x 1
- A couple of low rep sets going down again, not much, and some inclined dumbbells.


All that said.. here is 290.. and then below.. note the 300... maybe you can see what I am talking about...

290 x1


300 x fail...

[D2rmind]

So, been doing 531 +BBB and taking deload weeks as prescribed. So, this week, my deload, I decided to do some single heavy reps, test out some limits, and get a bit more used the heavier weights.

I ran into an interesting scenario, one that I didn't expect. I bench on a movable bench, in the squat rack. That said, the squat rack has really deep hooks that I have always had to 'stretch' upwards to get out of it. To explain better, I have to unpinch my shoulder blades and throw my shoulders up a little bit, video below may show it.

Today, it broke me on my 300 attempt... totally threw me off, lost focus, I couldn't stretch up... so, I added 10lb plates under the bench... dropped 10lbs.. and fired up 290.

The bench with the plates under it, now feels correct. However, I have to dial in my form a little, as you see my butt come off the bench. I've been really good about bringing my legs FAR back to eliminate my butt from rising while using my leg drive. Also my heels come up.. that causes my butt to rise... it's just me needing to modify positioning with the bench higher up... maybe I'll wear high heels next week.

So my routine today:
- bar x 10
- 135 x 10
- 185 x 5
- 225 x 3
- 250 x 1
- 275 x 1
- 300 x fail
- 290 x 1
- A couple of low rep sets going down again, not much, and some inclined dumbbells.


All that said.. here is 290.. and then below.. note the 300... maybe you can see what I am talking about...

290 x1


300 x fail...

Trev first off nice lifts. I also was wondering what the answer is as far as bench height . I have two benches I use at home one is about 15 1/2" tall and the other is about 18 ". I have experimented with both and I prefer the taller one. I'm curious as to what the standard Olympic height is. Do you know what your bench measures?
Maybe someone who has some more knowledge can shed some light on this and the mechanics for us.

[trev71]

Trev first off nice lifts. I also was wondering what the answer is as far as bench height . I have two benches I use at home one is about 15 1/2" tall and the other is about 18 ". I have experimented with both and I prefer the taller one. I'm curious as to what the standard Olympic height is. Do you know what your bench measures?
Maybe someone who has some more knowledge can shed some light on this and the mechanics for us.

No idea at the moment, I've been up here in VT for 2+ years now.. dealing with a few 'not so perfect' situations for training. No complaints, just need to modify a bit, and I am sure I am not the only one dealing with these types of things.. just finding the right work around.

Honestly, in hindsight, I knew this was coming. I had some trouble racking a set a few weeks ago.. the plates under the bench seemed to help, just hope I can compensate with better foot placement next week. I am sure I can.

And thanks...

[Getsum]

Updating the standings:

Classes:

- Ladies

1st group Up to 124lbs

2nd group 125-145lbs

3rd group 146lbs and over

- Men's

1st group up to 150lbs

2nd group 151 - 175lbs

3rd group 176 - 210
hardNheavy2011 374lbs@203# Post #865 on 2-18-13
D2rmind 365lbs@203# Post #879 on 2-28-13
trev71 290lbs@199# Post#895 on 3-3-13

4th group 211- 240
Getsum 340lbs@217# Post #842 on 2-13-13

5th group 241 and over

- Masters Class (60+ in age)
Homeroid 335lbs @265# Post #878 on 2-26-13

The 3rd group is seeing the most action it seems.

Homeroid, what was your body weight on that lift you posted?

Great work people! Let me know if I miss anyone.

[homeroid]

The last time I weighed was in September, on a cargo scale, before boarding a Beaver, on the way to an interior moose hunt. Came in at 265 lbs.

[Getsum]

The last time I weighed was in September, on a cargo scale, before boarding a Beaver, on the way to an interior moose hunt. Came in at 265 lbs.

Cool, thanks man. I'll go with that. Strong benching.

[beatha]

In. Will be back next weekend to post opening entry for women's group 3

Thanks to whomever started effort to reviving the thread for 2013 and to Getsum for keeping the standing up to date.

[Getsum]

In. Will be back next weekend to post opening entry for women's group 3

Thanks to whomever started effort to reviving the thread for 2013 and to Getsum for keeping the standing up to date.

Awesome!

I know we have some really strong women on this site!

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Updating the standings:

Classes:

- Ladies

1st group Up to 124lbs

2nd group 125-145lbs

3rd group 146lbs and over

- Men's

1st group up to 150lbs

2nd group 151 - 175lbs

3rd group 176 - 210
hardNheavy2011 374lbs@203# Post #865 on 2-18-13
D2rmind 365lbs@203# Post #879 on 2-28-13
trev71 290lbs@199# Post#895 on 3-3-13

4th group 211- 240
Getsum 340lbs@217# Post #842 on 2-13-13

5th group 241 and over

- Masters Class (60+ in age)
Homeroid 335lbs @265# Post #878 on 2-26-13

The 3rd group is seeing the most action it seems.

Homeroid, what was your body weight on that lift you posted?

Great work people! Let me know if I miss anyone.

[trev71]

3rd group 176 - 210
hardNheavy2011 374lbs@203# Post #865 on 2-18-13
D2rmind 365lbs@203# Post #879 on 2-28-13
trev71 290lbs@199# Post#895 on 3-3-13

75lb Gap.. day #2.. lets tighten that up already.. this is getting embarrassing

[Getsum]

75lb Gap.. day #2.. lets tighten that up already.. this is getting embarrassing

Nothing embarrassing about trying to improve your own numbers man and that's really what it's all about, progress!

[trev71]

Nothing embarrassing about trying to improve your own numbers man and that's really what it's all about, progress!

Oh I am not, not at all, just waiting for that number to get blasted
It's all good...

[D2rmind]

75lb Gap.. day #2.. lets tighten that up already.. this is getting embarrassing

Trev you have made some big gains in a little time. Nice work man. I'm no pro but one thing I have learned is that it's more like a marathon then a sprint.

[corepuncher]

Nothing spectacular compared to you guys, but I'm extremely happy with my most recent PR:

March 6th: 225 X 10

.: Previously :.
Feb 13th: 225 X 8
Jan 23rd: 225 X 5
Jan 2nd: 185 X 10 (lol)

* All to complete failure, last full rep counted.

[superman713]

Hit my PR today with

275 x 3

[frankzan]

This is my opening lift for group 2
253lbs @ 174

[trev71]

This is my opening lift for group 2
253lbs @ 174

Nice lift...

Question for ya, are those Play School weights ?

[frankzan]

Nice lift...

Question for ya, are those Play School weights ?

Heh, kinda I guess. Timon & Pumba wallpaper too It is a cheap chinese set, but the weights are accurate.

[nighttimekiller]

35 yrs old-- 295lbs lifted (3 reps) @ 198lbs

[nighttimekiller]

you made that look easy man. looked good. with a spotter for lift off i think you got a lot more weight in you the way you threw that. well done dude.

[polishedball]

Decide to jump in, not a max didn't feel up for it today had just benched monday, but i had someone there to take a video today. 335 @ 210#'s



I hope to be dropping some pounds. but my weight class could go either way depending.

[trev71]

Decide to jump in, not a max didn't feel up for it today had just benched monday, but i had someone there to take a video today. 335 @ 210#'s

Nice and smooth... good stuff !

[D2rmind]

Decide to jump in, not a max didn't feel up for it today had just benched monday, but i had someone there to take a video today. 335 @ 210#'s



I hope to be dropping some pounds. but my weight class could go either way depending.

Wow! That looked easy. Impressive strength.

[polishedball]

Nice and smooth... good stuff !

Wow! That looked easy. Impressive strength.

Thanks guys. Appreciate the comments.

[CockDiesel73]

Really, a 50 post minimum to enter the competition?

[corepuncher]

Wow! That looked easy. Impressive strength.

Wow...and to think my goal is to just do 315 x 1...I am such a twerp :-)

[corepuncher]

Hit my PR today with

275 x 3

Exactly my PR as well. Maybe we should do a "first to 315" competition. I plan on starting a 2 x per week heavy bench routine April 1st.

[CockDiesel73]

Well I got trev71 beat. Did 315 x 1 but not 325. No film. Will have to work on it over the next month and post once I'm confident I can improve. Not sure I can take D2rmind (not looking promising)...would have to really work at it.

[polishedball]

Well I got trev71 beat. Did 315 x 1 but not 325. No film. Will have to work on it over the next month and post once I'm confident I can improve. Not sure I can take D2rmind (not looking promising)...would have to really work at it.

Pretty sure video is due in soon if your gonna be in the competition. So get it in also stating what ya did esp with only three posts is just estating and no one will take it serious without a vid.

Edit disregard just read rules. Only needed to state intention by date not vid

[trev71]

The Official 2013 Ov35 Bench Press Thread! - 1st Half

Post your intention to join the comp by April 30, 2013.

Post your entries with a clear video.

- must be Flat BB Bench only (using an OLY bar). No Incline Bench, Decline Bench or DBs.
- Raw lifts only. No shirted benching. (wrist wraps & belt are OK though)
- obviously can be either gym or competition lifts.
- press can be either paused or TnG (Touch N Go) but no bouncing.
- spotters can help with racking/unracking only. Full press must be done with no assistance.

Well I got trev71 beat. Did 315 x 1 but not 325. No film. Will have to work on it over the next month and post once I'm confident I can improve. Not sure I can take D2rmind (not looking promising)...would have to really work at it.

And keep in mind of course, these are initial videos, stating our intention to compete. After the 30th of April, no more new competitors.

You have until the 30th of April to post an initial entry, plenty of time to get post counts up and get a video in.

GL !