Experience the intensity and risks of a near-death bench press incident. This gripping story highlights the importance of proper form, safety measures, and the physical and mental challenges that ...

Justin Bourque, the 24-year-old Moncton man who gunned down three RCMP officers this spring has been sentenced to a 75-year prison sentence. He will not be eligible for parole until he is 99 years ...

Learn how to bench press properly with this strength expert’s form guide, and three top tips to avoid the most common mistakes he sees ...

Below, we break down what is a good bench press weight, including a range of strength standards, and explain what you should be aiming for individually, as well as how you can test your bench ...

The bench press is such a sought-after piece of gym equipment because the workout produces the kind of results bodybuilders are after, it's a straightforward exercise that's easy to do and because ...

Bench presses Here’s exactly how to do a bench press with correct form. Start with two to three sets of 10 to 15 reps. To advance, try three to four sets of 6 to 8 reps.

The bench press is a compound movement, meaning several muscle groups at a time are activated to move the weight. That said, you shouldn't be feeling your shoulders during or after bench pressing.

The bench press, star of chest day, has long stood as the de facto measure for a lifter’s strength. There are, of course, more holistic ways to measure physical strength — and if your goal is ...

Casey Marshall was among the top lifters at a bench press competition in Point Edward Saturday. The 46-year-old raised 310 pounds in the 24th annual Give the Kids a Lift event in support of ...

3. Swiss bar press This is a bench press variation you may not have heard of, because it doesn’t use a regular Olympic barbell, but a swiss bar (also known as a football bar).

Between 35 and 40 individuals are expected to compete in several different divisions at this year’s 24th charity bench press March 22, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Ironworks on St. Clair Street.

Whether you find yourself in any of the above camps, don’t have access to a bench on which to press, or are just looking to inject a bit of variety into your chest training, we’ve got the best ...