The bench press is the most essential upper body move for overall strength, power and muscular development. It has also inspired the world's most ridiculous question: Man, how much can you bench?This query is both embarrassing and meaningful. The amount of weight an athlete can move off of his or her chest translates directly to sport. For non-athletes concerned mostly … [Read more...]
Weight Lifting with Kids
Last year, I began weight training with my two sons.My family often makes friendly wagers on football games. In this case, I had a bet with my older son, Chase, about Peyton Manning’s performance with the Denver Broncos when he returned from neck surgery. My terms were simple. For two months, Chase would accompany me to my weight lifting sessions.I won the bet. Three … [Read more...]