Strength
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Workout template
Bench Press-Focused Workout
An upper-body session designed to put the bench press first while still keeping shoulders and triceps moving forward.
Intermediate
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60 min
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Intermediate
Someone trying to improve bench strength without losing chest and triceps size work.
Barbell, Cable, Dumbbell
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4 days / week
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Warm-up guidance
Use upper-back activation and several bench ramp-up sets before the work sets begin.
Progression guidance
Keep the first bench pattern consistent long enough to measure actual progress instead of hopping around.
Exercise table
What this workout includes.
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Related exercises
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Alternate Hammer Curl
Alternate Hammer Curl is a beginner strength that mainly trains your arms using dumbbell.
View exerciseAlternate Hammer Curl
Alternate Hammer Curl is a beginner strength that mainly trains your arms using dumbbell.
View exerciseAlternate Incline Dumbbell Curl
Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl is a beginner strength that mainly trains your arms using dumbbell.
View exerciseAlternate Incline Dumbbell Curl
Alternate Incline Dumbbell Curl is a beginner strength that mainly trains your arms using dumbbell.
View exerciseAlternating Cable Shoulder Press
Alternating Cable Shoulder Press is a beginner strength that mainly trains your shoulders using cable.
View exerciseAlternating Cable Shoulder Press
Alternating Cable Shoulder Press is a beginner strength that mainly trains your shoulders using cable.
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FAQ
Common questions about Bench Press-Focused Workout.
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Who is Bench Press-Focused Workout best for?
Someone trying to improve bench strength without losing chest and triceps size work.
How often should I run Bench Press-Focused Workout?
This template is structured around about 4 training days per week.
Can I swap exercises in Bench Press-Focused Workout?
Yes. The cleanest swaps are exercises that train the same main muscle group with similar equipment and a similar movement pattern.
How do I progress this workout over time?
Keep the first bench pattern consistent long enough to measure actual progress instead of hopping around.
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