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Towel Bench:A recommended Bench Variation Core Lift especially for in-season work outs. Helps prevent "Bench Press Shoulder" and strains to that area while increasing strength.

Incline: A bench Press Variation. Could be classified as a Core lift or Auxiliary. builds extra strength in the upper pectorals.

Incline: A bench Press Variation. Could be classified as a Core lift or Auxiliary. builds extra strength in the upper pectorals.

Place the bar on the shoulders , not on the neck, and focus eyes straight ahead. Use an athletic stance, point the toes out slightly for balance and keep the knees directly over the toes. Be tall, spread the chest and lock in the lower back.Place the bar on the shoulders , not on the neck, and focus eyes straight ahead. Use an athletic stance, point the toes out slightly for balance and keep the knees directly over the toes. Be tall, spread the chest and lock in the lower back.

Take a deep breath before the downward movement. Hold your breath throughout the squat movement and breath out on the way up, just after passing the half-way point.

Use three spotters when possible. the back spotter controls balance and technique while the two side spotters judge the proper parallel depth. In addition, all spotters should coach and encourage the lifter.