Why it matters: The bench press builds chest, shoulder, and triceps strength, while also engaging stabilizers for full-body power. Form is everything: Proper setup, elbow angle, and bar path can ...

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Why it matters: The bench press builds chest, triceps, and shoulder strength while improving overall upper body power. Form is everything: Proper setup, elbow position, and breathing are essential to ...