General Prep:
2 Sets:
:45 Cardio Choice
10 Scap Push-Ups
10 Alternating Samson Lunges
12 Band Pull-Aparts
6/6 Single Arm Ring Rows
Bench Press Specific Warm-Up:
Prime pressing pattern and shoulder stability
Empty Barbell:
8 Tempo Bench Press (3-sec lower)
6 Bench Press @ normal tempo + :10 Pause Hold at Lockout on last rep
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Then add loads
5 Bench Press @ 40–50%
5 Bench Press @ 50–55%
3 Bench Press @ 60%
Cue: Strong foot drive, upper-back tension, consistent bar path.
Strength
Bench Press
Every 2:30 x 4 Sets
Set 1: 5 Reps @ 70%
Set 2: 5 Reps @ 75%
Set 3: 5 Reps @ 80%
Set 4: 3+ Reps @ 85%
% of 1RM Bench Press
