What We Saw Wednesday #3: Keep Your Butt on the Bench with this Cue
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Show Notes
Rori analyzes an unusual bench press error that recently cropped up with one of her lifters. In this case, the lifter was raising her butt off the bench slightly when taking a breath to establish a valsalva and set her upper back before the rep. The problem became exacerbated as fatigue set in. In powerlifting, however, the lifter's butt must stay in contact with the bench throughout the rep, so doing this in competition may cost you a lift! Rori's cue to fix this? Actively "feel" your butt on the bench as you breathe.
While it's an uncommon error, if you are a competitor and find yourself doing this, try Rori's cue. It may save you from some red lights!
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3 Reasons Your Bench Press Hasn't Progress (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3)
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