The BenchCast: A Podcast For Powerlifters

Hosted by: Coach Ben

A podcast for powerliters and strength enthusiasts alike! Coach Ben is a professional powerlifting coach and bench presser, with an 820 lb bench in competition. He shares his tips and tricks on how to get stronger,...

Episodes

Building Your Bench On A Time Crunch

Season #1 December 06, 2021

Don't have time to train? If you're tight on time, you can still build your bench! In this episode I discuss ways in which to structure your training if you're short on time. Even 30 minutes once a week can improve...

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My First Full Power Meet in 2 Years!

Season #1 December 04, 2021

This is going to be my first full power meet in 2 years and my first full power single ply meet ever! I detail my previous training cycle and the challenges involved with progressing the squat and deadlift again and...

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TOP 3 Bench Press Variations - Big Ben's Big 3

Season #1 December 02, 2021

These are 3 bench variations you should include in your training immediately for results! I include variations for all different weak points. These are exercises I program regularly for my athletes! ONLINE COACHING...

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My Favorite Meet in a Decade Of Competing

Season #1 November 26, 2021

Wanted to do something a little different on the podcast today. I want to tell you about my favorite meet I've ever done in almost a decade of competing on the platform. Enjoy the story! ONLINE COACHING...

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3 Things Every Great Bench Presser Needs To Be Feeling!

Season #1 November 24, 2021

Every great bench presser without a doubt should be feeling these 3 things occurring when they bench. If not, then it's time to rethink your approach! ONLINE COACHING - https://forms.gle/hMFC55G1LtTMeQga7 BETTER...

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How To Get Stronger Every Week!

Season #1 November 22, 2021

This is the simplest and most effective way to make progress each and every week! Stop taking a step backwards and continue to make progress forward! ONLINE COACHING - https://forms.gle/hMFC55G1LtTMeQga7 BETTER...

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The Secret To Consistent Bench Progress!

Season #1 November 18, 2021

I'm about to share with you the KEY to making consistent bench progress! If all you want to do is PR every max test, this is how you do it! The answer may surprise you! ONLINE COACHING...

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3 TIPS For Better Back Tightness!

Season #1 November 10, 2021

If you're struggling with back tightness, this is the episode to listen to! A loss of back tightness often feels like a loss of pop off the chest or you'll see early elbow flare and similar issues occur. You can help...

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TOP 3 Tricep Movements - Big Ben's Big 3

Season #1 November 08, 2021

What are my big 3 tricep movements right now? I explain why these movements will help BLOW UP your bench press and why they belong in the top 3! ONLINE COACHING - https://forms.gle/hMFC55G1LtTMeQga7 BETTER BENCHING...

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Mastering The Art of the TOUCH In A Bench Shirt!

Season #1 November 05, 2021

Getting weight to touch in a bench shirt is the most frustrating part of equipped lifting! In this episode I'm going to break it down and explain how to make the process easier! ONLINE COACHING...

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What Makes A Good Training Program?

Season #1 November 01, 2021

Does your training program include these 3 qualities? If not, it's time to find something different! ONLINE COACHING - https://forms.gle/hMFC55G1LtTMeQga7 BETTER BENCHING ACADEMY...

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Raw Bench Training vs Shirted Bench Training

Season #1 October 29, 2021

What are some of the differences between training for raw bench and training in a bench shirt? In this episode I discuss some of the aspects that differentiate the two, and what you want to focus on! ONLINE COACHING...

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