Training Log: Bench Press Excitement!

Nate
45 x 15
95 x 10
135 x 5
165 x 3
185 x 5
205 x 5
215 x 5... He said, "That's more than I weigh." "What?" I said. Turns out Nate has trimmed down from 240+ to 211. Amazing.

Logan
45 x 15
95 x 10
135 x 8
185 x 5
205 x 3
225 x 2p... I knew it was going to be a good night.
245 x 2p
260 x 2p
275 x 2p... solid first, grinding second. Helluva push.

2 board
285 x 1p
295 x 1p

Floor Press
155 x 10
175 x 10
195 x 10

Pete
45 x 15
95 x 10
135 x 8
185 x 5
225 x 3
275 x 2p... took the time to make sure I was balanced on the bench.
315 x 2p
335 x 1p
355 x 2p... SWEET! missed it for a double last week and could only hit 345 for 5 singles last multiple set week.
355 x 2p... even better.
355 x 2p... Yeah, buddy! And no shoulder pain.

Close Grip
275 x 3p
295 x 3p
315 x 3p...  these are a little more rougher on the shoulder, kids.

Floor Press
215 x 8p
235 x 8p... I was done.

I cannot believe that Nate has Lost 30 lbs. He looks good, but damn!

Logan has really come on with his benching in the last few weeks. When we started, he could not get over 255. Has a real shot at 285/290.

I think I have finally found my bench setup form. No real arch, just a pinch of tightness in that direction and light pressure between the shoulder blades. If I keep my concentration and form, I have a good feeling about 400 in August.