The barbell bench press is an extremely helpful exercise that’s a staple in every gym. It not only builds your chest into a symbol of strength and pride but also fortifies your shoulders and forearms. Giving you a complete upper-body workout.
However, the barbell bench press isn’t just about raw strength—it requires proper technique to execute correctly. That’s where things can get a bit tricky. Especially the re-racking part of it.
Don’t worry, in this I will teach you the art of re-racking your barbell bench press.
Fundamentals of Barbell Bench Press
Before jumping into the process, first let’s dive into its basics. Barbell bench press is a old school and cornerstone exercise. From chest and shoulders to triceps it builds whole upper body with out a doubt
Hence, maintaining a proper form is a must have to avoid injuries in these crucial muscle areas.
It all starts with lying down and creating a base with your feet’s for stability. Grab the bar slightly wider than your shoulder width or same as your shoulder width. Keep your wrist straight and locked.
Inhale while you lower the bar exhale when pushing it upwards. And you are done with basics. The simple knowledge of these elements will help you throughout your fitness journey.
Don’t forget to experiment, go with what fits best for you. Whether it is grip, position or setup.
How To Rerack Barbell Bench Press
We’ve all experienced that moment of dread when you need a spotter the most, but no one’s around to help.
When there’s no spotter, you don’t need to skip your exercise. With the right technique you can easily complete your workout structure instead of going home with amount of energy left within you.
What To Do
Start by looking the rack height and make sure you can still stretch your hands while lifting and re-racking the bar.
After completing the set, slowly and steadily press the bar back. When you reach the height of the hooks, shift the bar slightly backward and let the bar rest on the hooks.
Double check that the bar is on rest and you are done.
Important Things To Remember –
While solo benching, never train till failure. If the fatigue arrives between the set, it is always better to not train till the failure.