The Perfect Bench Press Grip for Strength AND Stability with JM Blakley

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  • @WilliamsWrestlin
    @WilliamsWrestlin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +277

    JM is a phenomenal teacher. I love when he's on.

    • @snorlaxcom
      @snorlaxcom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      A real bench guru

    • @Emresinho
      @Emresinho 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Especially his voice could listen to him for hours

    • @qpghostqp9551
      @qpghostqp9551 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I got lucky enough to get to be trained by him in the near future

    • @snorlaxcom
      @snorlaxcom 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@qpghostqp9551 how?

    • @qpghostqp9551
      @qpghostqp9551 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@snorlaxcom he use to train the one girl whos quite jacked in some of his videos at the gym I work at. I spoke to hime a couple times and a guy he knows who does youtube for a living asked me if I would be interested and obviously I said yes

  • @donutfitness6324
    @donutfitness6324 4 ปีที่แล้ว +261

    You guys should do a daily “10 minutes with JM” where he can just talk about life lessons lol.

    • @Kyle111
      @Kyle111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Check out the channel JM7thlevel. JMs channel pretty much fits the description of what you’re asking for. I didn’t know he had a channel for a while since it’s pretty small.

    • @donutfitness6324
      @donutfitness6324 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Kyle111 no way!!!! I will check it out thank you!

  • @giobautista975
    @giobautista975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    JM teaches so humbly and wisely, I feel like I'm being taught by the dad I never had

  • @robertrosin5145
    @robertrosin5145 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Oh man this came just in time

  • @prasahnttrehan
    @prasahnttrehan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    This tip is so good..I was able to add 35 lbs instantly by incorporating this technique

  • @woowaakim2070
    @woowaakim2070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I'm Korean(south) and my english is bad.
    but I really want to appreciate your teaching.
    I had a trouble in bench press.
    when I do bench, always hurt my elbow or wrist or felt shoulder impingements.
    Now, My problem has gone perfectly by your teaching.
    Especially your way to grip is perfectly no hurt!!!! Thank you!!
    God bless you!!!

    • @dryoochannel
      @dryoochannel 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Im a fellow South Korean, Im glad you are using English.

  • @ronalddonnan99
    @ronalddonnan99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Why is this man the only one teaching people to not let the bar sit over nothing - how to keep the bar over the arm and to minimize need for wrist wraps. Awesome!!! Thank you!!!!!

  • @APRBaller
    @APRBaller 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Wanted to give a quick thank you, had really bad pain in my right wrist after a working set and immediately went to work to correct it. Landed on your video after tirelessly trying to correct my wrist position but still having that sharp pain. Not only did I end up fixing the wrist pain, but I immediately noticed how much more of my chest I was using as soon as I made the correction, it’s insane. Again, thanks so much!

  • @bigmarkyc
    @bigmarkyc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Love how he teaches like he’s telling a child’s story. So good 👍

  • @snorlaxcom
    @snorlaxcom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Hell yeah about time big boys train for a decent arch. Looking forward to the next video. Would like to see 74-83kg lifters on this channel and coaching for smaller body types.

    • @stevesedgwick5789
      @stevesedgwick5789 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wish I could arch with my old stiff back 😀

    • @snorlaxcom
      @snorlaxcom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@stevesedgwick5789 Hopefully JM can drop some tips for you, bro. Arch can also save your shoulders.

    • @stevesedgwick5789
      @stevesedgwick5789 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@snorlaxcom - thanks pal, I hope to compete next year when I’m 60. So I guess I’m just old and stiff

    • @UpstateGardening
      @UpstateGardening 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I’m 5’9, started In the 74kg and now in 83kg, I always have to modify things when bigger lifters get coached

    • @narcissus79
      @narcissus79 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@stevesedgwick5789 I've found wearing a 13mm lifting belt helps me brace enough to arch without cramping in my lower back..

  • @Alexander808.
    @Alexander808. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This dude is SO good at teaching, the analogy he’s uses makes everything make so much sense. Great video!!

  • @antonioallen1763
    @antonioallen1763 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    JM, I just came across this video. I don't know if you are still creating these videos but I will say thank you. I am still learning about developing strength and I know some of that has to do with grip, utilizing the angles that pertain to achieving the goal from the shortest distance and of course support. This was very important to listen and watch. Time to work on both my arch and grip.

  • @toad4782
    @toad4782 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This guy is immense, great energy about him.
    Props JM

  • @JackgarPrime
    @JackgarPrime 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I was taught very quickly how important it is to make sure your grip is holding the bar right above the bones of your forearm. While in my case it takes the form of the pinch "bulldog" grip, it starts with the similar diamond hand formation. Whenever I've shown someone this kind of grip adjustment, they couldn't believe how much better it felt!

  • @Teamques
    @Teamques 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I saved this video as I am rebuilding my bench after having wrist pain. The visual que is a game changer for me.

  • @Emresinho
    @Emresinho 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Please continue with these videos, really like them !

    • @eliteftsofficial
      @eliteftsofficial  4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      We have more videos from this series coming soon!

  • @ChristopherConti-c3c
    @ChristopherConti-c3c 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Best grip explanation I've ever heard.

  • @darryltai7369
    @darryltai7369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Would like to hear JM narrate Audio books or a documentary. His voice is perfect for such.

  • @Polack-ml9fh
    @Polack-ml9fh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I remember being 13-14 when I first started lifting. Used to get every issue of powerlifting USA and look forward to reading JM’s column. Kept every issue. Wish that magazine was still around. Its content put all the other weight lifting magazines to shame. Thank you JM for what I learned 25 years ago!

  • @gannypoo66
    @gannypoo66 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's wild how much of a difference this made. I haven't benched since watching this but i have strict pressed and it really does wonders.

  • @145scotty
    @145scotty ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is a game changer. JM is like the Yoda of benching.

  • @maciejszczudrawa7309
    @maciejszczudrawa7309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love how calm JM is :)

  • @stick4793
    @stick4793 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow- what a great video- thank you for putting this together. This really changed my perspective on grip for bench. Something else I tried that helped me after watching this is walking up to the unloaded bar, behind it, close to a spotter/lift-off position. Then with one hand/arm, grip the bar and press the bar down into the rack/hooks with all your force, straight down. Then look at where the knurl marks are on your palm. That's the location where you can drive the most force and power into the bar. It's not on your upper palm finger pads. It's way down on the meat of your lower palm and really lines up with your ring finger. Thanks!

  • @ayaanlifts
    @ayaanlifts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Never thought bench press could be so technical.

  • @greatnnawuchi4282
    @greatnnawuchi4282 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just what I needed😇

  • @johnwoyurka5373
    @johnwoyurka5373 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    JM is awesome and is so soft spoken for the legend he is.

  • @teh_blazerer
    @teh_blazerer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had the bar position aligned properly, but the weight was resting too heavily on my thumb-side of my palm, causing that side to go numb!
    You mentioning that you had a callus on the opposite side(pinky side of the wrist) prompted me to more weight onto that side of my hand and that fixed my issue!!
    Thank you so much!!!!!

  • @ggbrother8015
    @ggbrother8015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just wanted to watch a min of the vid on the grip but stayed for the voice. I don’t know who this man is but he’s got a soothing voice.

  • @sunnysavinderjitsingh6066
    @sunnysavinderjitsingh6066 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Absolutely incredible! Tremendous knowledge in such short instructional video. This is how it's supposed to be done. Old school way. It's amazing that even many seasoned lifters do it the incorrect way. Thank you for this video. Absolutely amazing! Keep it coming.

  • @PatounesTR
    @PatounesTR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is by far the most informative video I saw on bench pressing, I had thumb and wrist pain and it helped me a lot thank you

  • @delta07k
    @delta07k 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Amazing tips from one of the best !!!

  • @guardian2598
    @guardian2598 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    You can edit this, but they don’t. Lol dude you’re awesome, I’m training my son and I can’t wait to start teaching him this method!

  • @SteezySteez2011
    @SteezySteez2011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just wanted to point out for anyone that, like me, flairs their elbows when trying this grip, he addresses this at around 8:05

  • @dic4
    @dic4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The explanation was awesome. I know this is going to help.

  • @user-ud2pu8ij6b
    @user-ud2pu8ij6b 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    JM, one of the best benchers of all time

  • @Stillwaters-t6b
    @Stillwaters-t6b 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Coaching like this is invaluable!

  • @joeymunoz9046
    @joeymunoz9046 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    He's got a low key asmr voice, relaxing.

  • @mitterben
    @mitterben 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These videos are invaluable.

  • @hamishbindrinkin
    @hamishbindrinkin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    what a great coach and teacher

  • @simay4977
    @simay4977 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the vids with JM. He explains things so clearly its so easy to understand. I always learn something new.

  • @tlengam
    @tlengam 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. This is the great bench press video I see in the net. It has every technic I have learned and even more technic to help me.

  • @ask4144
    @ask4144 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    you're a such a good teacher.

  • @AdrianGabriel-s9g
    @AdrianGabriel-s9g 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks JM , fantastic teacher

  • @ppearson35N
    @ppearson35N 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chest day tomorrow definitely gonna try these tips

  • @zeehont6159
    @zeehont6159 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    JM is the Bob Ross in powerlifting

    • @pizzawuff1773
      @pizzawuff1773 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow... Never seen something so true...

  • @mikebutkus
    @mikebutkus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you JM and elitefts... I really needed these pointers.

  • @saintnick0815
    @saintnick0815 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    MORE JM CONTENT, MORE VINTAGE film from when he was competing please.

  • @mikeprata2976
    @mikeprata2976 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The first 30 seconds fixed me but I liked and watched for the algorithm

  • @Jeep_ty
    @Jeep_ty 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a calming voice.

  • @RecallingHappines
    @RecallingHappines 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I throughly enjoyed this video and cannot wait to incorporate this in training

  • @OG_Luciano
    @OG_Luciano 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Having flash backs of WCW and Rick Steiner 😂 great video! Definitely plan on using these tips thanks JM!

  • @M0lina2300
    @M0lina2300 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much JM you saved me from a lot of thumb and wrist pain

  • @deenel8700
    @deenel8700 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow I just got so much information! Love it. Thanks

  • @theswede5402
    @theswede5402 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Epic these bench videos lately, its an art form i constantly need to practice in order to perfect.

  • @Nishinga.
    @Nishinga. ปีที่แล้ว

    This was awesome!! So well spoken and thorough with this information
    Thanks guys!

  • @keithbouchard-kj7tp
    @keithbouchard-kj7tp 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wise man spot on!

  • @KOLETRAIN36
    @KOLETRAIN36 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you JM

  • @lukasjusko2808
    @lukasjusko2808 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video was just the best. Thanks JM and elite fts 🤘🤘

  • @micheledauria9805
    @micheledauria9805 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gold! Thanks, cheers from Italy

  • @ANT-xo6wn
    @ANT-xo6wn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This dude a legend🐐

  • @austecon6818
    @austecon6818 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have 6.2 inch wrists and I'd be screwed without this grip haha! I naturally figured this out by necessity really but good to see that I am on the right path!

  • @Nailey13
    @Nailey13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an amazing resource. Love this video!

  • @MrRanch-fc2pe
    @MrRanch-fc2pe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m 30 years old and should’ve learned this in high school. GREAT VIDEO!

  • @jmr07019
    @jmr07019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an awesome video ty so much

  • @teepressifer
    @teepressifer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    JM is the Man!

  • @rakugothdajjal527
    @rakugothdajjal527 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    2:40 Everyone gets the idea of less range of motion being beneficial. What I think some people don't understand is leverage matters way more. The best bencher in the world goes pinky on the rings for info

    • @CrazyLocoInsane1
      @CrazyLocoInsane1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah and every ones leverages are going to be different so theres no real universal way to bench press.

  • @kalfaxplays7899
    @kalfaxplays7899 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i'd love to see you talk about the deadlift grip too.

  • @talleshorta7277
    @talleshorta7277 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome content . Thank you sir

  • @lorenzorivas2976
    @lorenzorivas2976 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I needed this today ❗️

  • @Lickmabumbum
    @Lickmabumbum ปีที่แล้ว

    Gonna try this in training tomorrow 💪

  • @robbypersaud8522
    @robbypersaud8522 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing Video!! great tutorial

  • @marchawco4888
    @marchawco4888 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Rumour has it JM is a wizard

  • @mysticthi3f924
    @mysticthi3f924 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video really helped me out. Thank you.

  • @ADRHYN
    @ADRHYN 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was awesome, so we'll spoken and to the point.

  • @vernonedwards3064
    @vernonedwards3064 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    JM Blakley “A Bad Dude” 🏋️💪🏽👌

  • @thebard20
    @thebard20 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cameraman so shook he almost dropped the camera. Phenomenonal video as usual love these grip tips it's something that's always frustrated my bench

  • @jamesball7322
    @jamesball7322 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Golden ,you may have just unlocked the door to my issue with the bench press
    Thank you very much ,I have chest in an hour and a half so I’ll be give n this a shot

    • @jamesball7322
      @jamesball7322 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Tony Vendetta definitely an eye opener,I mean I’m no power lifter but it can help with building the body either way

  • @ornulusoundeffects6423
    @ornulusoundeffects6423 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very underrated channel

  • @adamspeckert7296
    @adamspeckert7296 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is incredible. Awesome video.

  • @eliseabouraad1689
    @eliseabouraad1689 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    more bench press from jm!!!!

  • @jonathanmaner1157
    @jonathanmaner1157 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing instructor

  • @rodrigoclassicstyle
    @rodrigoclassicstyle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just saw this video, i think he just solved the biggest problem i had with benching... thank you so much!! :)

  • @bigdude6674
    @bigdude6674 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're a good coach. Wow💯🔥💯🔥👍

  • @snbforever
    @snbforever 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so very much for this great advice, I will immediately use this on my bench, and will report my successes 💪💪💪

  • @rodbuster416
    @rodbuster416 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really like this video because I feel like it is going to help

  • @bigchez1738
    @bigchez1738 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    JM is a beast

  • @OldManArmStrength
    @OldManArmStrength ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The diamond grip is the best. It feels like the closer to the chest that the bar gets, the tighter the form is. Lets you blast right out of the hole past the sticking point a lot easier.

  • @shaf1ke
    @shaf1ke 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m going to apply this same principle to my strict overhead press grip but obviously without the wide grip. Will report back soon

  • @tjenare123halla8
    @tjenare123halla8 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    BEST VIDEO EVER!

  • @andrewgilbert9637
    @andrewgilbert9637 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm maxing out on bench press tomorrow and this is perfect timing

    • @Cwillz303
      @Cwillz303 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well, how did it go?

    • @andrewgilbert9637
      @andrewgilbert9637 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Cwillz303 got 315 which is 30 pounds more than my last max a few months ago, very happy💪💪

    • @Cwillz303
      @Cwillz303 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well done!

    • @andrewgilbert9637
      @andrewgilbert9637 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Cwillz303 haha thanks man always nice to run in to a friendly personality on the internet

  • @geraldbarberan5206
    @geraldbarberan5206 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best explanation . thank you.

  • @singleplystink3426
    @singleplystink3426 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    would love to hear him teach the squat and deadlift too. v smart man.

  • @UmarKhan-kk7sn
    @UmarKhan-kk7sn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was deep. Awesome 🤘

  • @weavingthevaluess
    @weavingthevaluess 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    dude compare this dudes attitude to mark rippetoe,,,, crazy,, this dude is so genuine, smart and nice. amazing teacher.

  • @stormsa-coming4315
    @stormsa-coming4315 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    KING!

  • @Franz_il_cinghiale
    @Franz_il_cinghiale หลายเดือนก่อน

    great information

  • @DrStevenHorwitz
    @DrStevenHorwitz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic. Thank you!

  • @haywoodjablome4375
    @haywoodjablome4375 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Dave Tate cameo 2:20

  • @MrVancedalando
    @MrVancedalando 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This guy's fucking genius!

  • @lastiyhodwahwosta
    @lastiyhodwahwosta ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks a lot!