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    Intentionally Using Less Pec During Bench

    Yes, you read the title correctly I'm looking to minimize pec(major) involvement in the bench press. I've lifted for several years but only recently discovered why my left pec is significantly smaller - Poland Syndrome. The majority of my pec major is missing on my left side. I've recently moved my grip in to what's considered a close grip bench so now im curious to see if there's any cues or other techniques I can use to minimize my pec activation in the bench press.
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    Originally Posted by xRequiem View Post
    Yes, you read the title correctly I'm looking to minimize pec(major) involvement in the bench press. I've lifted for several years but only recently discovered why my left pec is significantly smaller - Poland Syndrome. The majority of my pec major is missing on my left side. I've recently moved my grip in to what's considered a close grip bench so now im curious to see if there's any cues or other techniques I can use to minimize my pec activation in the bench press.
    Retract your scapula as much as possible. If it's not fully retracted then you're using more pec, especially at the bottom. I had a little pec tear that was starting to develop in my right pec and this has really helped me.
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    Elbows into your lats, transfer weight to the triceps.
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    Gear up and use a bench shirt
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    Using a football/multi grip bar that allows for a close neutral grip would probably also help isolate the triceps more, rather than a straight olympic bar.
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