One of the biggest bench press technique problems I see...

Losing the "tightness" at the top of the rep by protracting the shoulder blades too much.

This sets you up for problems, both in terms of

- shoulder health

- and strength (on sets with more than one rep).

One of the easiest ways to fix this bench press

technique problem - is to think about pushing yourself away from the bar,as opposed to pushing the bar away from

you.

It will get you into the "ground yourself" frame of mind and ensure that the upper back is a stable platform from which you press.

Try it out.

These simple detail fixes in your bench press technique will drastically improve your overall bench press strength.

Did you know about this before?