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Strength Standards by Bodyweight: Bench, Squat, Deadlift
guides·10 min read

Strength Standards by Bodyweight: Bench, Squat, Deadlift

Bodyweight-relative norms for bench, squat, and deadlift, broken into level tiers with goal tables and velocity benchmarks to see where you stand.

strength standards·bodyweight ratio·bench press
Close-Grip Bench Press: Tricep Power and Lockout Strength
exercises·7 min read

Close-Grip Bench Press: Tricep Power and Lockout Strength

Build tricep lockout power and carryover to the competition bench press with close-grip bench. Biomechanics, grip width, programming, and velocity targets.

close grip bench press·tricep power·lockout strength
Spoto Press: Bench Press Bottom Control and Chest Stimulus
exercises·8 min read

Spoto Press: Bench Press Bottom Control and Chest Stimulus

The Spoto press pauses the barbell 2-3 cm off the chest, eliminating the bounce reflex and forcing true pectoral strength at the most mechanically.

spoto press·bench press·chest strength
How to Increase Your Bench Press Max: Weak Point Fix
how to·9 min read

How to Increase Your Bench Press Max: Weak Point Fix

Bench stuck at the same number? Diagnose whether it's off-chest, mid-range, or lockout, then fix it with accessory work and velocity profiling.

bench press·sticking point·1RM improvement
How to Set Up for Bench Press Properly
how to·8 min read

How to Set Up for Bench Press Properly

Shaky bench form usually starts at setup. Fix foot drive, arch, grip width, and bar path with clear checkpoints, then verify with PoinT GO velocity data.

bench press·setup·technique
Close Grip Bench Press: Tricep Power and Lockout Strength
exercises·8 min read

Close Grip Bench Press: Tricep Power and Lockout Strength

Complete close grip bench press guide: hand position, muscle activation ratios, load-velocity targets, velocity loss cutoffs, and programming for tricep.

close grip bench press·triceps·upper body strength