"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." THE SMARTEST LIFTERS understand that they need multiple approaches to reach their goals. They can't just ...

The bench press is one of the greatest strength training exercises of all time; it doesn’t matter whether you’re a powerlifter, hybrid athlete, weightlifter, or a casual gym-goer, it’s an exercise ...

The close grip bench press is a core training staple that can build size and strength in your triceps and chest-but are you sure you're even doing the exercise correctly? Before you slide onto the ...

Few things frustrate guys more than bench press plateaus. One minute you’re stacking plates, the next you're stuck—and desperate for a way out. Luckily, Aaron Horschig, D.P.T., of Squat University ...

Parallel bar dips are an old school tricep builder. It's performed on a set of parallel bars with an overhand grip while keeping the elbows close. To initiate the exercise, hang on the bars while ...

Want to flaunt those triceps? Here's one exercise that will help you define those triceps. While the bench press is the most commonly performed to define chest, the close grip bench press isolates the ...

Joining the '225lb club' for the bench press (that's 102kg) is an aspiration held by many lifters. It's an exclusive group, though: according to Jeremy Ethier in his new YouTube video, only 2% of new ...

Lie back on a flat bench holding a barbell with an overhand grip, hands set wider than your shoulders. From the starting position, breathe in and lower the bar slowly. Push the bar back to the ...