{"id":2565,"date":"2018-07-22T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-07-22T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insyncphysio.com\/uncategorized\/how-to-warm-up-for-a-bigger-bench-press\/"},"modified":"2018-07-22T01:00:00","modified_gmt":"2018-07-22T01:00:00","slug":"how-to-warm-up-for-a-bigger-bench-press","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insyncphysio.com\/bench-press\/how-to-warm-up-for-a-bigger-bench-press\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Warm Up For a Bigger Bench Press"},"content":{"rendered":"

The bench press is one of the key complex exercises to build upper body strength and mass. It involves the pectoralis major, triceps brachii, anterior deltoids, traps, back, and glute muscles. Check out the following blog post on how to properly perform the bench press: https:\/\/insyncphysio.com\/strength-training-for-dragon-boat-paddlers\/<\/a><\/span>

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<\/span>Warm up prior to any exercise is key as it raises the heart rate and circulation of blood to the muscles to prepare for an increase in activity. Complete the following steps before performing light reps on the bench press to warm up effectively for a bigger bench press:<\/span><\/p>\n

1) Self-Myofascial Release: <\/span><\/h2>\n

Foam rolling decreases tissue density and muscle viscosity, while increasing blood flow into the muscles. Apply moderate pressure to the chest, lats, and tricep muscles. Do not roll over joints. Pause on any tender spots for several seconds. <\/span>

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