A slight progression on the normal (flat-bench) chest press, some consider its cousin, the incline bench press to be just a little tougher. Rather than working your entire pectorals evenly, the ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. November 9, 2018 Add ...

THE BARBELL BENCH press is a cornerstone of strength training. It’s a move almost everyone includes in their program, since few lifts can match its sheer muscle-building capacity. You’ll move more ...

Why it matters: The bench press is a gold-standard upper-body lift that works your chest, shoulders, triceps, and stabilizers, making it a staple for strength and muscle growth. Form is everything: ...

A top Equinox coach shares 5 dumbbell chest exercises that build real strength after 55, no machines required.

The bench press is more than just a chest exercise—it’s a full-body lift when done correctly. Proper form not only maximizes muscle growth but also protects you from injury. Small tweaks in setup, ...

Bench presses can be an effective exercise for building up chest, arm, and shoulder muscles. They work several different muscles in your upper body, including the chest, shoulders, and arms. A bench ...