The BenchCast: A Podcast For Powerlifters

I answer a question many to know! Does shirted benching carry over to raw benching? Can you expect a bigger increase in strength from having overloaded and done training in a shirt or heavy duty slingshot? Find out if you can benefit from a cycle of overload training! Apply to join our team here!

This is the best advice I could give any lifter. This simple phrase I'm about to share will take your training to a whole different level. When we talk about focus and intensity, this is it right here! Apply to our coaching program! -   Bench Courses Online! -  

Answering your questions such as... Pros and Cons of lifting your head and sinking weight? Any place for upper body plyometrics? Are isometrics valuable? RPE vs Percentage? and more! ... Apply to our team using the link below!

Thoughts on the upright row? Good or bad? Thoughts on 2 workouts a day? Opinion on Smolov Jr. for benching? How to program 3 bench days? How to not lose strength right now? Thoughts on heavy overloads for beginner lifters? and more! Apply to our coaching program! - Online Courses! -

In this episode I cover some common errors regarding bar path. Including having a slow descent, indirect descent, poor touch point, or trouble in the press!    

This week on Bench Talk, I answer questions on... Muscles that go overlooked while trying to bench big Nutrition during meet prep Typical day of eating Butt lifting off the pad Descent errors in the bench Including JM, and Floor pressing in your training and more! Join us live on Tuesdays via Youtube and Instagram!

In this episode we discuss the impact weight gain has on bench pressing. Do you need to gain weight to increase your bench? We share some strategies for losing weight and actually seeing an increase in your bench press! 

A question I get asked often, as I'm known more for my accomplishments on the bench, is should I compete bench only? Is that the right move for me? Many lifters struggle with the idea of leaving the prospect of competing in the squat and deadlift behind to focus on benching. There is a good way to approach it and a way that might lead down a tough road. I explain when this might be a good time for...

It's our 4 year anniversary! In this episode we recap some of the great milestones and moments over the past 4 years. Thanks so much for coming along for the ride! Sip of coffee for the workin' man Apply For Coaching -

We all go through them, and there will be more. Bad sessions. Those training days where everything feels wrong. These are the bad session blues. In a sport of numbers, this lesson is on dissociating from those numbers and keeping a good mindset Interested In Coaching! - FREE Online Courses - Live Events! - Become a VIP Member! - Programs / Apparel / Equipment - Email - Instagram - @Bigbenchas

If you're constantly feeling frustrated with lack of progress in the bench press then this episode is for you! I share 5 quick tips in which you can spark progress in your bench! Some of these are quite simple!

It's the return of the yearly Big Benchas planning guide! Last years episode and guide was received so well that we decided to bring it back, even better and revamped! This guide will take you through all the steps necessary in order to plan a successful year of lifting in 2020. From reflection, habit building, and goal setting, to planning action steps! This guide will help you start the year off...

In this episode I recap some of the biggest learning experiences from 2019. Everything from the training tips that impacted me the most, training strategies that have helped me develop an 110 lb PR in the past year benching, to some valuable life lessons! 

The upper back is an often neglected area and huge weak point for many lifters. Building these muscles up will translate into a huge bench and help you gain more control over heavier weights! This show has a accompanying PDF on upper back training which can be downloaded for free on Bigbenchas.com  

Busting the 10 most used EXCUSES when it comes to training. These are all things we have likely done or said and probably continue to use! Get these out of your head and you WILL get stronger

Motivation, Accountability, and Sustainability are all incredibly valuable traits to have when it comes to your training. However they aren't the easiest things to come by. In this episode I share my top 5 tips for maximizing these traits in your training! Don't miss this!

The overhead press is an underrated and highly neglected movement that can serve you in getting your bench press stronger! This episode is all about why it's beneficial, how you can include it in your training immediately, and how to master the technique that comes along with it!

Do you ever feel lost after coming off a meet? You're not alone. It is something they call the post meet blues! In this podcast I discuss how to handle this time mentally to keep yourself from burning out and looking forward to the next event! We also describe what needs to be the focus in training during this time!

In this episode I share the fundamentals to meet peaking! No matter the program you use, these are the principles that need to be in place to make sure you have a good meet or testing session. I share how we get our athletes ready to compete and most importantly, keep them healthy!     

This episode is all about how to fry the tris! The best bang for your buck tricep movements out there to help you get huge arms and bench big weight! We cover everything from main movement accessories, secondary movements, and accessories

Did you know that your glutes are the largest muscle in your body? They have so much potential to generate power! We use them heavily in the squat and deadlift so why not in the bench? So many struggle to unleash the power of their hips and in this episode we show you how to add to your bench instantly by using the strength of your hips! Schedule a free coaching consult below with our team!

Should you use boards for training the bench? How should you use boards to peak for a meet? What other ways can you make use of boards? What types of board training tools are out there? We cover all these questions and more with this weeks episode! Learn more about our coaching program below!

Coach Ben discusses how he was able to add 90 lbs to his bench press in just a short 5 month period! These are tips and tricks that will be able to help you as well with your own substantial gain!  Use the link below to discuss our coaching options!

How can dynamic effort training help your bench press? We discuss what this training looks to do, and how it can make you a more proficient lifter. Why it's a great choice for those close to a meet or cutting weight, and more!  Interested in joining our team? Use the link below!

In this show I recap how our team lifters did at their meet down in Texas. This was my first time travelling to the state and I loved it! Was great to be able to coach the team in person! I also fix the 2 most common bench issues that I'm often asked!  Want to join our team? Use the link below!