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Pause Bench Press

Free Weights / Intermediate

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Equipment Needed

  • Barbell
  • Flat Bench

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pause bench press is a free weights exercise that primarily targets the chest and to a lesser degree also targets the shoulders and triceps ...more

pause bench press is a free weights exercise that primarily targets the chest and to a lesser degree also targets the shoulders and triceps.

The only pause bench press equipment that you really need is the following: barbell and flat bench. There are however many different pause bench press variations that you can try out that may require different types of pause bench press equipment or may even require no equipment at all.

Learning proper pause bench press form is easy with the step by step pause bench press instructions, pause bench press tips, and the instructional pause bench press technique video on this page. pause bench press is a exercise for those with a intermediate level of physical fitness and exercise experience. Watch the pause bench press video, learn how to do the pause bench press, and then be sure and browse through the pause bench press workouts on our workout plans page!

Other Names

  • Pause Barbell Bench Press
  • Rest-pause Bench Press
  • Bench Press W/ Pause

Types

  • Force Type: Push
  • Mechanics Type: Compound

1 Review

  • Lofteren
    over 9 years ago
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    Great lift for those who are weak off of the chest when bench pressing. Holding the bar on your chest for a 3 count also helps you learn how to stay really tight which most benchers lack.

Equipment Needed

  • Barbell
  • Flat Bench

Other Names

  • Pause Barbell Bench Press
  • Rest-pause Bench Press
  • Bench Press W/ Pause

Types

  • Force Type: Push
  • Mechanics Type: Compound