The Bench Press Prescription: An in-depth guide on how to BENCH!

[@BarbellMedicine]

A definitive guide on how to bench press! Thanks to Alan Thrall of Untamed Strength for editing and directing. Tell us what you think!

[@akira84377]

Barbell Medicine Was Alan harmed in the making of this educational content?

[@zach5557]

One question: Where did Jordan get those weightlifting shoes from?

[@yashrajpatel7653]

GAH DAMN Jordan, DOPE editing

[@cranki6316]

Lit!

[@profligatescumbag9941]

Really comprehensive, especially on optimal form. Do you have any idea why I get shooting pains from having the bar low on the palm? I seem to consistently hit a nerve when benching heavy and it makes my arms feel like they're about to explode. Also music credit at 01:25?

[@neutraltakes2134]

2:01 Equipment 3:25 Grip 5:04 Grip width 6:54 Starting position 8:18 Valsalva Maneuver 8:49 Lumbar extension 10:29 Leg drive 12:02 Executing the rep 13:33 Spotting the bench 14:54 FAQ 15:27 Assitance Exercises

[@GarrettP8]

Thank you for doing God's work.

[@ItIsNathan3D]

The production quality on this is mint. Should be trending #1.

[@user23d2s1a2]

When will you drop The Squat Prescription, The Deadlift Prescription and the Press Prescription? The world needs it

[@MatiasStrengthCoach]

Such a complete video. I'll definetly will be directing people to this one, it really covers the basics with good enough detail and it's perfectly clear

[@denvergriffin5555]

This might be the single best 17 minute strength-training how-to video ever made. Really, really well done.

[@apolinarfonseca2289]

Can you make a video like this for the overhead press? Thanks!

[@shakeeljessa9619]

Yes this!

[@kevinvera8213]

Please!

[@JackgarPrime]

The Presscription

[@Worlds.Strongest.Mauro10]

Adam Paul has one

[@TheLouisianan]

@@JackgarPrime genius

[@sloanbrian245]

The video production skills of this channel are going up exponentially.

[@hsharma3933]

My dad's a physician and that means he'll only listen to another doc for advice...good thing i found you guys. I'll direct him towards your videos

[@carlosc.1568]

Wow dude this is by far the most detailed guide to the Bench Press I've ever seen!!

[@michaellupu2080]

Hey Dr. Feigenbaum, you mentioned in 7:53 that one should retract one's shoulder blades together (retracting the scapulae) during the setup. I'm just curious if you've heard of conflicting opinions on this matter? For example, Kassem Hanson from N1 Education and Training laid out a very compelling, seamingly biomechanically sound explanation of why one should not do so in his video titled "Should you keep your scapula depressed/retracted/pinned while you press?".

[@TheBlooRayChannel]

This is fantastic. I'm going to apply that grip on my next bench session. Been struggling to efficiently bench 100kg for a month now. PERFECT.

[@empireofhypertrophy]

This is the best video on the bench press, please make more like this

[@davidgomez9674]

The leg drive cue about digging your heels before you valsalva and perform the rep changed my life...seriously thank you!

[@baggybullballs9940]

Are you a medical doctor like Dr. Jason Blaha?

[@patbateman4202]

baggybullballs thats my boy hemmingway!

[@patwams48]

Yes he is

[@RooneyBerbatov1]

I have seen hundreds of "How to bench"-videos! Overall this is the best - Great work

[@DSingh4809]

In depth guide on how to get a girlfriend next please?

[@adityac90]

All you have to do is improve your bench technique.

[@Slayerkofan119]

Gomad. peeps!

[@grizzlymanverneteil4443]

The in depth guide to pleasing a girlfriend is getting more depth in your girlfriend.

[@jordanbrown8743]

Grizzlyman MeinTeil perfect.

[@Jeneric81]

Have a lot of money

[@leannsharpe313]

I love this video!!!! As a beginner powerlifter, this kind of video is invaluable. Thank you 🤗

[@ryhanchoudhury1023]

By far the single most comprehensive video and easy to follow bench press instructional video I have seen. Thank you for the quality work!

[@farillistheman]

This is the best bench tutorial I have seen to date...

[@JohnBradydoesstuff]

I've never heard gripping the bar described as pinching before. I tried it and it makes a huge, huge difference. I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't tried it. Thanks very much for the tip.

[@Kabukieman2]

this is awesome. not as easy to take in as a straight up alan video (this is very dense, and more like 8 alan videos combined), but perhaps the next level of detail to excel

[@matthewritter3410]

Definitely one of if not the best video on the bench I've seen and has helped immensely

[@JackgarPrime]

8:00 Now that mark right there tells you this is a man who does a lot of low-bar squatting!

[@antieverything]

Finally a video that explains grip the best

[@andresgoens]

I really liked the medical/physiological explanation after 9:06 of the risks of back pain/injury from the lumbar extension. It would be awesome to have a video where you discuss the risks (or lack thereof) of heavy weight training in general in a similar manner!

[@hammerhead_369_6]

Dude you all are my hero's. Im teaching my 13 yoa how to lift. Barbell medicine's youtube channel has helpd so much. Not only helping him but correcting bad past mistakes/form and teaching my wife who lifts with us. I would love for you all to make it to Abilene Texas so I can meet and learn even more.

[@lancastergerard]

Hammerhead_369 _ you are two hours from rippetoe

[@ggrthemostgodless8713]

He does speak quite fast, thus I had to rewind it many times... still, this is the best information packed video on the subject by far!! I wish I had someone half as great (at least) to watch my bench technique and correct me. Much respect coach.... I like you more as coach than a doctor; though you seem great at both, though, you have absolutely no reason, nor should you, care about what I think. Great video.

[@mikeh3240]

Best benching video I've seen on KZbin by far.

[@aragon19964]

Low bar squat guide would be highly appreciated! The area around my elbows started to hurt last few weeks (when low bar squatting). I tried to set the grip wider/closer, have a thumbless grip, do the proud chest cue and i still get the pain. The pain itself feels like weak/kinda trembling sensation and is affecting the bench press when the bar descends approaching the chest, in which position while the weight gets heavier, the initial 1-2 reps are largely affected by the pain and the movement/force production is compromised.

[@zach5557]

Alexandros Koutoulas I had the same exact problem a few weeks ago. Something that I did which helped was I didn’t push my elbows up so high anymore. I kept my grip on the bar narrow so I could still have a tight back but I focused on keeping my elbows down and tucked in. Hope this helps.

[@Naptownstreetsquid]

Try focusing hard on mainting the shelf the bar sits on. You might be getting a little lazy with it. Also you might have an acute injury so even if you "fix" the problem, pain might remain for a few weeks

[@CrimsonStrider]

You're going to have to concentrate on your elbow position, assuming that is indeed the issue. I think one thing I often see Jordan and others suggest is gripping the bar with the thumb rather than thumbless. You could also try high bar for a little while, to give the area a break and some time to recover, then giving LB another shot when things start to feel better.

[@aragon19964]

Thanks for the suggestions guys! Yeah I'm currently squatting high bar so it fixed the problem for now... I sometimes also move the low bar squats AFTER the bench, that way my elbows are 100% pain-free... Naptown Squid I think that's definitely one of the issues I have on the squat because when I consciously try to keep my back tight I feel like the bar sits better... Also Buddy Lake that's the hardest thing for me.. Even with a narrow grip i feels like if I move my elbows down the shelf is starting to get looser... Although I haven't experimented with it a lot since I'm currently squatting high bar. Most likely next week I'm going low bar again so will see what happens.

[@kanguroman]

You are probably placing the bar too low on your back.

[@gregparker9614]

Best bench press coverage I've seen so far - great job!!

[@Roper122]

You guys need to do this for all the lifts.

[@AussieAngeS]

This is the best bench pressing ‘ how to’s’ video I’ve seen. Thank you, I’ve subbed.

[@FacelessProjects]

This was more than just a helpful video Jordan; this is my new go-to on bench days to remind myself of absolutely everything involved in performing the movement correctly. Thanks so much dude. Love the B-roll in the beginning as well 😆

[@XxxTheCoolKidxxX]

The breathing tips in this video are legit 👌. I immediately put 15 lbs on my bench after cleaning up my form a bit.

[@cuniculuschannel]

Very informative video; hope that more of these are coming for the other lifts.

[@Dramirez718]

Amazing step by step guide! This is definitely going to help a lot of people including myself to tweak our bench to put on some serious gainzZzZz. I hope more and more people watch this so I can stop cringing at commercial gyms when I see poor form. The next couple of videos should be about the squat, deadlift, and press in the same format you just did the bench. Solid video.

[@TunnelVisionAthletic]

Holy shit mate the production value in your videos is now next level!

[@Eugguy190722]

You are a new growing breed of doctors. Not the fat, arrogant, out-of-shape chemical/medication happy robot. I hope more videos are on the way - great to see a long, knowledge based video, not a click-bait style video.

[@kbomb1663]

Eugene Baek Jordan is awesome

[@Pler1978]

Can't say I've seen alot of fat doctors ...seems like they are more likely not to be fat compared to the general population....what population other than professional athletes are as a group in better shape that mds? Thanks for the silly post.

[@peeps211]

Every doctor I've seen is fit wtf you talking about

[@tyler7992]

martyjanderson I’ve seen a few fat doctors

[@PorscheFan-g5z]

Are doctors in the US actually fat?

[@arteksta1943]

Great video! One of the best bench video I’ve seen

[@clockywork]

Superb video. Thanks so much

[@Mordimer_MadderdinX]

Great guide!!! Hope to see guides like this for squat and deadlift.

[@ericjspencley]

perfect Jordan! Keep these coming as they are a great refresher for us all!

[@TheMatthew18284]

Hope to see these for all the major lifts!

[@everburning8127]

You're not fooling anyone, this is an Alan Thrall video.

[@John-iw1nn]

Ever Burning as evidenced by the fact it says ‘A film by Alan Thrall’ in the thumbnail.

[@everburning8127]

Neil Sneddoncrest I don't have my reading glasses.

[@entropyme9]

Best thing that happened to this channel! Don’t know anyone else that does a better training tutorial video on KZbin than Alan

[@tigersfan301]

Teamwork makes the dream work

[@mattdoherty2859]

Alan thrall sent me here

[@Dandelion-32]

If one wants to train for strength rather than for numbers, would it make sense to skip the arch to increase range of motion? With other exercises, we are often told to do full range of motion.

[@DrAdnan]

helpful, thanks! Any advice on what to do if I get pain medial to my medial scapula on one side when benching with full ROM? I tried changing grip widths, tucking, etc

[@chronometa]

More nuance than what I was anticipating.

[@paulbuller8360]

Superb content, humorously delivered, thanks so much

[@SportifyTVofficial]

what the longer and shorter moment arms viewed from the top and the side tell us?? In the wide grip bench where the shorter moment arm viewed from the side and the longer moment arm viewed from the top, means that pecs have to do more work and front delts have to do less work???

[@gregorymccoy6797]

Very well done. Excellent. I think I need to work on changing my grip.

[@ghettogoku1]

Very good explanations!

[@learntofly]

This video is superb. I'm sharing it like mad. Keep at it guys!

[@dave82au]

Barbell Logic: "Hey guys, we just released a new podcast on the bench press!" Barbell Medicine: "Hold my milk and watch this..."

[@Fortress333]

Most folks suffer from low S. S for squat. However, low B is also common, but not for lack of trying, usually the same thing over and over again, such as one-rep max attempts on the bench somewhen on a Monday (and Tuesday, and Wednesday, et cetera) and have the spotter do an increasing amount of rowing intensity.

[@Delerisk]

at 9:58 he mentions back pain is often from to much fatigue and psycho social factors. What do you do in cases like this? I heard a lot of talk about this back pain being just psychological or whatever, but what should you do about it? Do you keep training? Is it dangerous to do so? Do you deload, take a few days off? Rest? It would be really good with a video that went in depth on what to do in cases where you have that kind of back pain.

[@SonsOfDeForest]

Starr rehab protocol seems to be effective in such cases

[@BrandoTheMando87]

Consult the "pain" podcast they did. All of your questions will be answered.

[@acee3259]

Man, outstanding video! Keep up the amazing work and thanks for sharing your expertise with us!

[@1968barry]

i enjoyed this video. Also was a great education on benching! Well done.

[@BodyKnight]

THE MONTAGE IS REAL! And is really good.

[@nickzeptepi6020]

thanks - I 've been using the wrong grip for years. Just holding the hands in the correct position with out a bar i can feel unused muscles activate and a stronger arm in general.

[@sveinhaland2975]

Great video and explanation of the bench press! Thanks a lot!

[@mattterry128]

Awesome video 👌🏻 Please follow with squats, deadlifts and presses 🙏🏻

[@syon]

Holy crap this is great

[@jsvicky]

Fantastic video guys. Awesome Bench press guide. This is essential for all lifters. Does Low Bench syndrome also produce Low voltage QRS complexes and heaving Apical Impulse?Keep it coming.

[@michaelhepburn581]

would you ever recommend flies and why/why not?

[@petra6982]

we need more videos like this. keep it up!

[@KenjiNitta]

Great video. Very well done and very helpful.

[@Videous1000]

Best video so far!

[@paulgustafson8091]

Watched this video last night, benched 225 for the first time today! Could be last weeks training sure...but more likely this.

[@GarrettP8]

What's your bench now?

[@CoolColJ]

@@GarrettP8 tree fiddy

[@msms7434]

Great stuff. Pretty hard to top this for a comprehensive and succinct instructional video.

[@Acumenathletics]

great stuff as always. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@PM-vs3rh]

What about the speed of moving the bar? Should you go up fast and down slow?

[@piotrkulak4669]

One question guys! Should I use wriststraps all the time or only when lifting heavy? My 1RM is 70kg (I know, shame) but from 50kg and more I find it difficult to keep my wrists straight. Until now I didn't want to use wriststraps to every lifting as I think it's like doing squats with belt even if the barbell is empty.

[@josearamirez4494]

Loved the video!!! 👍

[@drinkinduff247]

Great video! Please more stuff like that!

[@jamesthomas4693]

Were you putting up 405?

[@AJH3518]

That grip is New to me. I'll give it a try

[@GundamAngelicDevil]

I guess I have to try it and find out, but what is the difference between flat foot and raised heel? Just better drive?

[@andrewp979]

Any tips for dealing with costochondritis? It's hampering my bench gains!

[@BliebandRHYNO]

Great video, small correction at 2:27, its 32 inches between the rings

[@jk0r]

What is your take on elbow sleeves and how tight should the wrist wraps be?

[@akshaykulkarni5160]

My bench improved. Thanks!

[@davidnmfarrell]

Fantastic - love the intro!

[@tiger221166]

are you using power, compression, and bulldog at different times in the video all to refer to the same grip? or is there some, uh, nuance that I'm missing?

[@NopeNope78]

What is your opinion on using the lats to intiate the pull out of the rack and the eccentric portion of the mvt to keep your elbows tucked in? Also, does it have any importance in preventing shoulder injuries?

[@marioescalante343]

What is your opinion on the Reebok Legacy lifting shoes? I saw you wear them throughout this video

[@moetthepoet]

Best video yet from BBM

[@dennisjordan5917]

How do you feel about incline/decline bench variations?

[@chasestevens]

this is awesome and very helpful!

[@christianpeters3757]

So the scapular retraction happens after unracking? I always have trouble with this part. My non-dominant scapula has always “slipped out” from underneath me during the set.

[@_WhiteQueen]

Could someone tell me where to get that shoe? @9:27

[@brianboru6685]

Absurdly good content

[@topzozzle6319]

i heard 'reducing range of motion helps a lot' in this video, i'm just wondering why because i've always been told that the muscles work more with more range of motion and time under tension. why is this the case with bench press? is he talking in strict terms of increasing numbers and not hypertrophy?

[@Makeup-Your-Mind]

The Sarah McLachlan song busting in was so, so perfect. ahhhhhhahaha

[@di9560]

Do shoulder pain and bench

[@clueknits]

I hope these "prescription" videos become a series on this channel. That along with the Juggernaut 'Pillar' series would dominate the KZbin fitness education space for sure.

[@mattjoe182]

That Alan Thrall soundtrack doe

[@MuEnViFitness]

great and fun tutorial!

[@craw405]

Great video!!!

[@Sadknob]

Great content