Why should you use a weight bench? A weights bench is much more than just something to sit or lie on.

Bench more weight and get stronger on your bench press by making these small tweaks to your bench press setup and execution of the lift.

How to Do a Bench Press The bench press strengthens the upper body, boosts muscle mass, improves bone density, burns calories, enhances mood and sleep, and supports long-term weight management.

How to perform a bench press correctly Lie on your back on a weight bench with your feet flat on the floor, wider than hip-width apart, and your knees roughly forming a right angle.

The best weight bench is one that offers you physical support and the versatility to match your workout style. Here are some of the top choices on the market.

How to Choose a Weight Bench When selecting the best weight bench for a home gym, first consider how you’re going to use it.

Trainers break down how to properly perform a classic barbell bench press and how much weight to bench press for bigger muscles.

Bench press standards help estimate how much the average man can lift. Factoring in typical U.S. body weights, the average untrained man can lift about 135 pounds.

Your 1-rep max is the most amount of weight you can lift for 1 rep of a given exercise and indicates muscular strength. Here's how to calculate and use it.