today is a big day, I'm finally gonna bench press 2 plates (ain't much - I know, but I benched 22's a month ago). I've been preparing all day by eating and drinking a lot, I'm just not sure what's the best way to warm up. I usually do 2 sets of 50 lbs, but I feel like it's not optimal.
PS: I do 3 sets of 5
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Thread: bench press warm up?
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04-01-2014, 07:50 AM #1
bench press warm up?
D: 405
S: 315
B: 210
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04-01-2014, 08:05 AM #2
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04-01-2014, 08:16 AM #3
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04-01-2014, 08:17 AM #4
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04-01-2014, 08:18 AM #5
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04-01-2014, 10:49 AM #6
OP, read this. Do it. I followed the chart for my deadlift, and I nailed the 415 no problem. When I struggled to do 405 the week before.
It is also about mindset. For two days it was all I thought about. If you want something bad enough, you will obtain it. Also, look up on numerous threads on how to bench. Do some good stretches during your workout. Also, practice your form in the beginning of your workout. And after a set or two, practice your form again. Hope it goes well OP.Stats:
Deadlift: 520 1RM
Squat: 455 1RM
Bench: 2801RM
Overhead Press: 200 1RM
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04-01-2014, 10:54 AM #7
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04-01-2014, 11:07 AM #8
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04-01-2014, 11:25 AM #9
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04-01-2014, 12:53 PM #10
Ahhh too late, just got back from the gym. I couldn't agree more on what you said about the mind set though. I've been living up to this day for almost a week. Even though it's not a lot of weight, finally being able to bench plates feels like a huge achievement (especially because it's twice as much as I benched a month ago).
oh and about the work out
I KILLED IT
WOOOOOOOOOOOOD: 405
S: 315
B: 210
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