I've tried pretty much every PL program out there and have watched all the guides from strong lifters. Whether it's how to deadlift by Deadlift Panda (Yangsu) or how to squat by Ed Coan, many of the tips I've followed led me to feel really awkward or get injured. Taking Bryce's tips to heart made me go down the mostly pain-free and actually-getting-stronger-consistenly route. He covers things that most lifters don't, like how to think about your rib cage and even how the tension should generally feel on your traps benching. The tip that resonated with me the most, which got me to skyrocket my lifting total, was where he taught us not to focus too much on recordings of ourselves or how our bodies look when compared to other strong lifters - but to figure out our own path and focus on the "feel" of tension on the lifts. I stopped copying other deadlifters and found my balancing point after watching Bryce's deadlift hip height video and even 500lbs went flying upwards. Got a 1520 total as 200lbs recently in my first local meet where no one else was near me in rank. Very inspired to keep going and try it out on the state level. I don't say this to brag, just to give the credit to people like Bryce who put this life-changing information out there for free.
I've been following Calgary Barbell for a while, but I've fallen away watching lifting videos. I'm SO glad I cleaned out my watch history because it let see these vids, which I needed because I'm starting a bench focused program.
I am so, so close to 500 bench and will be applying what I learned in this video to my next bench day. I am always looking to learn and improve my bench so this video is just what I needed.
Dude works full time, generates great TH-cam content, raises kids, (presumably) pays attention to his wife and then moves through the community dropping hilarious comments...GOAT.
I recently discovered your channel and I can't express enough how glad I am that I did. I've learned so much in such a short period of time and thoroughly enjoyed every single one of your videos I've watched so far. Can't wait to start putting all that knowledge into the practice. Keep up the good work and thank you! :)
I think there may be some interesting reality toward the "press with your lats" cue. The lats do infact flex and adduct the shoulder when the humorous is behind the body, as will be almost guaranteed from arching and hitting "depth." As such there may be some degree inwhich the lats contract to help getting the movement going on the concentric.
Hey bryce, great content like always, can you do a video talking about the competition it self? Details about the rules, referees, why do people get a red light, how to choose your weights, etc.. i think this would be awesome from someone as experienced as you .. thanks again for the effort you guys put in these amazing vids
This guy Bryce kinda reminds me of the Incredible Hulk. I think I’d be afraid of him turning green and throwing me out of a window 🪟 for pissing him off. Haha 😂.
I like to breathe and reset every rep (with the exception of hypertrophy) so as to practice the position engagement, I used to try the breathe brace and hold but being asthmatic makes it hard to hold for multiple reps.
I think its important to recognise that the rules do not required a pause. The official rules state the bar must be motionless. There will be a pause, due to the time between referee seeing the bar is motionless and saying press, but there is no requirement for it. The more you (as a lifter) can do to ensure the time duration between you touching, the referee seeing the bar as motionless and saying press, will reduce the length of time spent mucking around on the chest. Excessive sinking can make that period longer, just as dithering around the touch (like in equipped lifting where they are struggling to get it down) can also increase that. Any referee who actually requires a pause should get in the sea.
Maybe a video down the road about the incline and decline as well? I know that’s not a huge part of your training and obviously not part of the competition movements but has subtle differences
So , shouldn't the elbow be just in front of the bar just slightly to be able to press up & back instead of just up ? or should the elbows be directly under the bar ?
Quick question, I saw you benching in the romaelos. Is it worth benching in squat shoes? I have a pair of romaleos coming in so wanted to know. I'm assuming it helps a ton w leg drive?
there is no better powerlifting channel out on yt than Bryce's
You know I actually agree, for powerlifting specific content he’s damn good. Plus the constant hair style changes are what keep me foinf
Alexander Bromley also pretty good.
@@researcher_21c72 Alex gives out some of the best information on this platform for sure
The audio quality on this is insane. Absolutely no noise floor. Literally might be the best audio quality of any speaking video on TH-cam lol.
I've tried pretty much every PL program out there and have watched all the guides from strong lifters. Whether it's how to deadlift by Deadlift Panda (Yangsu) or how to squat by Ed Coan, many of the tips I've followed led me to feel really awkward or get injured.
Taking Bryce's tips to heart made me go down the mostly pain-free and actually-getting-stronger-consistenly route. He covers things that most lifters don't, like how to think about your rib cage and even how the tension should generally feel on your traps benching. The tip that resonated with me the most, which got me to skyrocket my lifting total, was where he taught us not to focus too much on recordings of ourselves or how our bodies look when compared to other strong lifters - but to figure out our own path and focus on the "feel" of tension on the lifts.
I stopped copying other deadlifters and found my balancing point after watching Bryce's deadlift hip height video and even 500lbs went flying upwards. Got a 1520 total as 200lbs recently in my first local meet where no one else was near me in rank. Very inspired to keep going and try it out on the state level. I don't say this to brag, just to give the credit to people like Bryce who put this life-changing information out there for free.
This is by far the best bench press video, with visual aids on every aspect, that I've ever seen ❤
what's up guys it's Bryce Candito from Calgary Barbell HQ
YES! I hold the same breath for the first 3 reps. It helps keep position. I feel seen!
Best coaching videos on the web. Thanks!
I've been following Calgary Barbell for a while, but I've fallen away watching lifting videos. I'm SO glad I cleaned out my watch history because it let see these vids, which I needed because I'm starting a bench focused program.
I swear.. I've added 10kg to my bench this month after watching all these videos. Thank you for teaching and inspiring me!
I would love to see strategies for addressing weak points in the bench press added to this series :)
I really enjoyed the sceens where footage Bryce was talking and it matched the voiceover.
Great Video as always!
All time favorite powerlifting youtube channel, happy that there‘s also a definitive guide on bench press now
That’s a trilogy worth watching!
I am so, so close to 500 bench and will be applying what I learned in this video to my next bench day. I am always looking to learn and improve my bench so this video is just what I needed.
man really shows no matter how strong you are you could always improve I hope you hit 500
4:41 my lawyers will be in touch.
Dude works full time, generates great TH-cam content, raises kids, (presumably) pays attention to his wife and then moves through the community dropping hilarious comments...GOAT.
@@michaelsutton1461 Thanks big Mike!
Thorough information alongside great production. Very good series💪
Merci pour votre contribution bro . Thanks from France
Great video . Learnt a bunch
Still the single best lifting you tube channel out there. Bryce and Dillon you guys have to be proud of what you have achieved thus far.
Awesome tips! Cant wait to try this out next leg day!
one of our best tutorials
Nice series ! Very helpful
GREAT video series - thank you.
I was really needing this definitive guide. My bench has always been lack luster at best. I'll be applying what I learned from all 3 videos for sure!
Damn Bryce, you're a great powerlifting teacher!
I recently discovered your channel and I can't express enough how glad I am that I did. I've learned so much in such a short period of time and thoroughly enjoyed every single one of your videos I've watched so far. Can't wait to start putting all that knowledge into the practice. Keep up the good work and thank you! :)
Great content as always. I've watched each part multiple times and get more information with each view. Thank you Bryce!
Absolutely loved this series. Hope similar ones are coming for deadlift and squat!
LOVE YOUR VIDEOS, QUALITY.
Great content as always. Thanks for being a contributor.
Great videos. Thanks for explaining elbow depth rules. Now know I 'should' be fine for that in comp.
Great finish to the series!
I think there may be some interesting reality toward the "press with your lats" cue. The lats do infact flex and adduct the shoulder when the humorous is behind the body, as will be almost guaranteed from arching and hitting "depth." As such there may be some degree inwhich the lats contract to help getting the movement going on the concentric.
Thanks for the great content, Bryce! Bench continues to be a struggle, but I’m ready to work on it again!
Loving this series. Can’t wait for squats and deadlifts!
Great video thanks!🤘🏼
Thanks! Great tips! High volume or H.I.T.? Or both with periodization?
Hey bryce, great content like always, can you do a video talking about the competition it self? Details about the rules, referees, why do people get a red light, how to choose your weights, etc.. i think this would be awesome from someone as experienced as you .. thanks again for the effort you guys put in these amazing vids
Great series! Thanks
Great as always!
Your video is fire! 🔥
Last cue I would've add about the rack command, the spotters will rack your bar for tou (squat and bench) so just wait for them to do it :)
i just discovered you today. I like your videos. You seem cool and most importantly you look natural.
I always elevate the wt unracking to be sure I can handle the weight. All days are not the same.
This is some great stuff Bryce - keep up the great work :) Hoping to bench 140kg in the coming months!
This guy Bryce kinda reminds me of the Incredible Hulk. I think I’d be afraid of him turning green and throwing me out of a window 🪟 for pissing him off. Haha 😂.
You should do an in depth video on Self-unrack. This series was great though!
I like to breathe and reset every rep (with the exception of hypertrophy) so as to practice the position engagement, I used to try the breathe brace and hold but being asthmatic makes it hard to hold for multiple reps.
How much does the goatee add to your bench?
I think its important to recognise that the rules do not required a pause. The official rules state the bar must be motionless.
There will be a pause, due to the time between referee seeing the bar is motionless and saying press, but there is no requirement for it. The more you (as a lifter) can do to ensure the time duration between you touching, the referee seeing the bar as motionless and saying press, will reduce the length of time spent mucking around on the chest. Excessive sinking can make that period longer, just as dithering around the touch (like in equipped lifting where they are struggling to get it down) can also increase that.
Any referee who actually requires a pause should get in the sea.
great series. your voice sounds like van from reba
Maybe a video down the road about the incline and decline as well? I know that’s not a huge part of your training and obviously not part of the competition movements but has subtle
differences
Does anyone know if Form Check Friday is over, or when it will come back?
We're just taking a break from it for a little bit.
Looking yuge man
Hi one question, for people whit shoulder injury what recommend u? Close or wide grip? Ty
Close
So , shouldn't the elbow be just in front of the bar just slightly to be able to press up & back instead of just up ? or should the elbows be directly under the bar ?
Directly underneath
Quick question, I saw you benching in the romaelos. Is it worth benching in squat shoes? I have a pair of romaleos coming in so wanted to know. I'm assuming it helps a ton w leg drive?
It helps if the bench you training on too high
The precision is key. Love this vid series. Love chest day now.
🔥
6:10
Are these techniques to lift the max at a meet or the techniques for maximum gains or for injury prevention?
decent video
Great new depth rule btw :) this now will disqualify all those extremely heavy arch and just pressing maybe 2-3 inches lifters :)