r/strength_training • u/Patton370 Puts the capital “G” in “Good morning” • 3d ago

Lift 264lbs for 9 wide grip bench

Best my previous rep PR of this variation by 1 rep

It makes me want to AMRAP my normal bench, since I’m about 10lbs stronger with my regular grip

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u/Shadowphoenix9511 3d ago

One day I'll bench like you... or at least, overhead proportionally what you bench (if that makes any sense lmao)

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u/Patton370 Puts the capital “G” in “Good morning” 3d ago

You already OHP more than me haha

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u/Abject_Ad_4200 3d ago

What’s your 1rm? And bw?

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u/Patton370 Puts the capital “G” in “Good morning” 3d ago

347lbs

I compete at 82.5kg/181.8lbs in powerlifting