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GetStrength's Steve Thompson discusses one of the simplest - and most effective - ways to set up bands for bench training. He's chosen to use Iron Woody bands, but there really isn't a lot of difference between brands.
Having tried various setups in the rack, I have to admit that I'm more than a little keen to get the bench out (there just isn't space in the current home gym) and try something like this - looks great.
Incidentally, the NZ Bench Press recordholder Reuben Simanu (mentioned in the article) is throwing some serious weight around. Take a look at his training log.
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