i'd do these using the smith machine...while some make fun of using it....many many pros use it....it's a great piece of equipment and it takes away the need to search the gym looking for a spot...which I hate. and it's much safer.
HOW DO I BUILD A BIGGER UPPER CHEST! I get asked this question all the time and to be honest, I was like 99% of you and always thought incline was the best...... then I got asked to compare these two exercises... did my homework.. and realized even I was wasting time doing incline in terms of trying to isolate that specific area. You guys are going to REALLY love this video and expect to see some reverse-grip barbell bench pressing in an upcoming video! RELATED VIDEOS: Front Squat VS. Back Squat | WHICH BUILDS MORE MUSCLE & STRENGTH? ua-cam.com/video/SikPnfUDMxs/v-deo.html Barbell Bench Press VS. Dumbbell Bench Press | WHICH BUILDS MORE MUSCLE? ua-cam.com/video/BuCM7_bzkFo/v-deo.html COMPLETE VERSUS SERIES ua-cam.com/play/PLacPhVACI3MNwwM_EgqLrM6B69N_8uiVE.html
@ScottHermanFitness you uploaded a video a while ago in which you told that reverse grip bench hits the triceps. I left a comment on that video stating that reverse grip wide bench works your upper chest and increases upper chest fibers by 30% when compared to incline. You replied me stating that it works triceps and not the chest. And I was right back then. Now you upload a video saying that it works upper chest and it really does. But I think you should first get yourself educated before uploading a video and giving misleading information to your subscribers.
+adguglani A reverse-grip bench press with a close-grip (inside shoulder width) WILL target the triceps more.. hence why in this video I explained that in order to properly target the upper chest you need to be OUTSIDE shoulder-width or else you will activate more triceps. But thanks for coming here to leave a disrespectful message. Very cool.
+ScottHermanFitness yeah I know reverse close grip hits triceps. But in the video you uploaded a while ago, you didn't mention anything like 'CLOSE' grip.
+ScottHermanFitness that moment when Scott drops the mic on a random. Keep up the great work man,I recommend everyone to your videos due to how educational they are and how clearly passionate you are.
Just saw Scott Herman acting as a cop in the movie "Heist" with Robert DeNiro. CONGRATS TO SCOTT!!! I was watching the movie and then thought it looked like Scott and saw from IMDB that it was him. Awesome.
Your videos are truly outstanding. Excellent understanding and teaching of the physiology. I haven't paid for a program before, but if I do in the future, it'd be yours because of how much value you bring to every video you release. Thanks Scott.
Not many videos would make me change my entire workout instantly, but pretty much all of your vs-series have done just that. Thanks Scott, you're the man!
Scott, the Reverse Grip Bench Press has been a LIFESAVER after having shoulder replacement surgery. It's the first Pec exercise I do - usually supersetted with either EZ Bar Bicep Curl or regular Bar Bicep Curl
So I scroll down to the comment section to read some insight from you guys about the matter... *BUT ALL I SEE IS PEOPLE MOCKING HIS ACCENT, FFS!! XD* Leave him alone dudes. Much love Scott
Thank you so much for explaining the part about retracting your shoulders and keeping them in place when you push up. I thought I was doing it wrong for so long but noone ever knew what I was on about. thank you thank you thank you. :)
+Jeff D. always about safety! Those power racks can really help! Thanks Jeff! Are you pumped for the next challenge man?! muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
I've been lifting for a while, never interested in watching any YT channels bc I know what works for me. You do an outstanding job of building relevant worthwhile content that is evidence based, easy to understand, with safety in mind too. I'm incorporating several of your sets into my workout regimen. Thanks! Keep up the great work.
These videos are brilliant and massively informative. I've switched up a number of exercises utilising the tips from these videos and the increase muscle engagement is significant, the burn and pump made the feel of the exercise so much better. Keep them coming Scott
yeah it should. However, he made a tricep video where he did dumbbell reversed grip press... But yeah, it's supposed to put more emphasis on the triceps. Conclusion: it's the same thing.
On the reverse grip, I'm glad you explained to keep the elbows out so you don't turn it into a tricep exercise and to keep your shoulders back as you would with a traditional flat bench press!
Scott you are doing an awsum job in educating us all.. much appreciated.. suggested my friends to view your videos as well.. they loved it.. keep up the good work man..
+Alekeser I think it's because he used to hide it, but he doesn't do that anymore. You can tell in some of his older videos that sometimes he says bahbell and in the same video he also says barbell.
+ETM215 Hell yeah man! Let me know how you like it! I will be adding it to the chest routine in my next challenge as well! muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
Been doing the reverse grip bench but had no idea it was more for upper. This is actually music to my ears because incline hurts my shoulder no matter what and I need more upper chest work. Very helpful video man!
+ScottHermanFitness haha thats from 2010 getting old now and between 12 hour work days growing a business and eating keto most of the year for longevity can cut you down to size a bit. But going to turn 40 in October and priorities change as we age. My goal now is to live to 150 and be functional and enjoy life for the whole ride.
@@ScottHermanFitness it can be dangerous if not done right...that barbel could slip right out of your hands and land on your chest...not fun. I prefer to do them in a smith machine.
Thanks Scott, I've never tried the reverse grip before. I will fit it into my chest workout this week. I particularly liked the tip on unracking overhand and changing your grip on your chest, as I rarely have anyone to spot for me. Keep up the great work.
+Paul Turner yeah I figured a lot of people wouldn't have a spotter so I wanted to make sure I gave safe suggestions. Glad you liked the video bro! Are you going to jump on the next shred challenge? :-D muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
+sercan can because for the 1 MILLIONTH TIME it is my REAL motherfucking VOICE! Deal with it. I explained this shit 9 months ago in my 800,000k subscriber video. The content is free and the quality is amazing. Blows me mind you are going to complain about how I talk when you are getting good shit for free. Ungrateful.
I see a lot of folks giggling like kids on scott's accent...he's here to share his knowledge with you, and help you make your workout more effective...appreciate the knowledge and quit trolling on wasteful things...if accent trolling is what you care more about, you're at the wrong place guys...Good Job Scott👍🏼 keep up the good work...we all really appreciate it...
+Divyarajsingh Patil Thank you for the support my friend. At least you appreciate all of the work I am putting in to give you guys quality content!! You rock!
You put in all the info you got in the most effective and precise way as you can and not to disregard the efforts put while arranging the content in chronology...have been appreciating your work since a few years now...will continue to do so. Cheers buddy
+BKL149 haha I am not sure about that to say a definitive "yes" but worth a try. I need to research more to see how the incline version hits the chest or if it does more shoulders as well.
Tried reverse grip bench last night at the gym and it I felt 95% anterior delt activation and about 2% chest activation. Did not feel good. Anyone else get this?
You are very welcome my friend! I even tossed the reverse-grip bench into my latest chest routine! You can find it here brotha! muscularstrength.com/12-week-challenge-workouts
I have gotten good results with heavy incline dumbbell press, but with a flatter 20% or so angle. But now I want to revisit the reverse grip bench press.
Tricep rope pushdown vs Reverse Grip straight bar tricep pushdown preacher curl vs spider curl vs concentration curl reverse pec deck vs facepulls vs seated rear delt flys
+MrTheK1LL3R haha that is awesome man!!! Thjen you are definitely going to like chest day in my new routine for the SHRED CHALLENGE! YOU PUMPED? muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
people you need to understand that the top portion of the sternocostal is also seen as upper chest. so work on top of sternocostal using shrugged bench press and work on clavicular using incline or revers bench press
+Swage Namwen Thanks bro! Happy to educate maaaaan! You going to join my next SHRED CHALLENE!? :-D muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
+ScottHermanFitness Kind sir, I just did this exercise in the gym but I felt my shoulder cracking at the beginning of the push. That cracking sound occurs every repetition and I don't know how to get rid of it. Is it how I am built or am I doing something wrong?
good video!! I am an amateur trainer from HK who just get into the fitness industry, and I found ur videos helpful and informative . I bet that many professional trainer from HK will never aware of this. So it is good to always learn new stuffs. Appreciate for ur videos Scott !! :))
+Ho Ching Yuen Awesome my friend! Honk Kong! HELL YEAH!! Have you made a profile on my site yet? Lot's of amazing people you can learn from there as well too! come join our community! www.MuscularStrength.com
+ScottHermanFitness : thanks for reminding me Scott , just wake up and make a profile with no hesitation :)) Looking forward to seeing more gd stuff :)
I have a question. why is there a huge loss in strength when switching to reverse grip benches over benches? I understand it's a new exercise but the weight drop was huge. I noticed this even when having to only use resistance bands during the lock down.
Anterior delts aren't activated as much. Having the delts assist in pressing motions generates a lot of extra power. Also, Scott is wrong about not protracting the scapula at the end. That would be the complete optiminal movement. However, you won't be able to do as much weight on the full protraction, that's why it's standard in weightlifting to only retract the scapula. In gymnastics/calisthenics, it's encouraged to protract at the end, as you need the full movement and strength to execute advanced skills like the planche. You are more likely to protract when your body is pronated, however when supinated, you are less likely as gravity adds a extra challenge. This is why doing only bench press is not optiminal.
only Just seen you and your videos and have to say your approach is really great, no complexity or unneccessary bulls**t that ends up with novice trainers getting hurt. I was struggling on chest with growth i have the strenght but no mass and this has really helped me out. subbed to your channel and would like to see either a barbell row vs t-bar row or maybe a military press vs seated dumbell press. nonetheless great work keeping things simple and easy to follow whilst giving people confidence that they can trust your advice and knowledge. spot on dude!
+hnbnnnnnn well... yes and no... only if you can keep the wider than shoulder width grip with dumbbells. Have to have lots of control. Like the thought though! NICE!@
tried the reverse grip this week and never felt a burn so quick, thanks Scott
What about a reverse incline bench press
I did this once and I turned into Zyzz
What about the reverse grip incline close grip bench press?
On a yoga ball
With bands
With an Earthquake bar
Great video. Reverse-grip is definitely the king of upper chest exercises. It’ll also save wear and tear on your shoulders.
The incline bench hurts my shoulders so much, I'm gonna start doing the reverse grip bench immediately thank you so much for this video!
james waka try a wider grip and weight u can handle
i'd do these using the smith machine...while some make fun of using it....many many pros use it....it's a great piece of equipment and it takes away the need to search the gym looking for a spot...which I hate. and it's much safer.
@@davemorrison1150 I’d rather use safety bars because a smith machine doesn’t allow you to have the correct bar path
@@davemorrison1150 smith machines are well known as the machine that are used by cowards you are a coward
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+vanno BAH!
vanno 😂
Spotta
tahhget the bahhbell
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HOW DO I BUILD A BIGGER UPPER CHEST! I get asked this question all the time and to be honest, I was like 99% of you and always thought incline was the best...... then I got asked to compare these two exercises... did my homework.. and realized even I was wasting time doing incline in terms of trying to isolate that specific area.
You guys are going to REALLY love this video and expect to see some reverse-grip barbell bench pressing in an upcoming video!
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@ScottHermanFitness you uploaded a video a while ago in which you told that reverse grip bench hits the triceps. I left a comment on that video stating that reverse grip wide bench works your upper chest and increases upper chest fibers by 30% when compared to incline. You replied me stating that it works triceps and not the chest. And I was right back then. Now you upload a video saying that it works upper chest and it really does. But I think you should first get yourself educated before uploading a video and giving misleading information to your subscribers.
+adguglani A reverse-grip bench press with a close-grip (inside shoulder width) WILL target the triceps more.. hence why in this video I explained that in order to properly target the upper chest you need to be OUTSIDE shoulder-width or else you will activate more triceps.
But thanks for coming here to leave a disrespectful message. Very cool.
+ScottHermanFitness yeah I know reverse close grip hits triceps. But in the video you uploaded a while ago, you didn't mention anything like 'CLOSE' grip.
+ScottHermanFitness I assume that also is said for Reverse grip DB Bench press? Go wide to activate upper pecs more?
+ScottHermanFitness that moment when Scott drops the mic on a random. Keep up the great work man,I recommend everyone to your videos due to how educational they are and how clearly passionate you are.
Just saw Scott Herman acting as a cop in the movie "Heist" with Robert DeNiro. CONGRATS TO SCOTT!!!
I was watching the movie and then thought it looked like Scott and saw from IMDB that it was him. Awesome.
I didn't notice that!!
+capoman1 - glad you liked it man! It was an awesome experience!!!
Your videos are truly outstanding. Excellent understanding and teaching of the physiology. I haven't paid for a program before, but if I do in the future, it'd be yours because of how much value you bring to every video you release. Thanks Scott.
9:50 conclusion - reverse grip wins
🙏🏼🙏🏼
I like this vs. series a lot. Super informative.
+J Smith - glad you like it. Let me know if you have suggestions on exercise comparisons.
Great video, need to try out some Reverse-Grip benching!
hey mario ✌
+Mario Tomic Hell yeah Mario!!!!!! LETS GET IT!
You both are the best
@@ScottHermanFitness what if we do a reverse grip incline bench press
Not many videos would make me change my entire workout instantly, but pretty much all of your vs-series have done just that. Thanks Scott, you're the man!
+denNicola - I feel honored that you trust my information. Lots more coming, bro! Now let's see those gains!
Scott, the Reverse Grip Bench Press has been a LIFESAVER after having shoulder replacement surgery. It's the first Pec exercise I do - usually supersetted with either EZ Bar Bicep Curl or regular Bar Bicep Curl
Grady Crittendon really. does reverse grip really help.
I have had shoulder pain my whole life, and when I learned the reverse grip....WOW! Much easier for me with zero shoulder pain!
So I scroll down to the comment section to read some insight from you guys about the matter...
*BUT ALL I SEE IS PEOPLE MOCKING HIS ACCENT, FFS!! XD* Leave him alone dudes. Much love Scott
inclined, reverse grip barbell bench press
Great video Scott. I can see the effort you put on this video! Will give this a try next time I train chest. Keep it up!
Thank you so much for explaining the part about retracting your shoulders and keeping them in place when you push up. I thought I was doing it wrong for so long but noone ever knew what I was on about. thank you thank you thank you. :)
+MattsVlog - you are very welcome man! Glad I could help.
life hack:reverse grip incline bench press :o
*Incline reverse grip dumbbell press ;)
:O
Tmapples Gaming flat is better
Tmapples Gaming dumbells lower pectoral activation
@@ReallyReal_1 lol no they don't. Dumbells increase pec activation from a better range of motion and ability to contract more at the top of the rep
Absolutely freak'n awesome Scott! I love getting geeked out on this kind of stuff. Really well done bro.
How about the reverse incline barbell bench press? Pretty solid option from both good exercises :)
probably one of the best bodybuilding channels on youtube, along with athlean x and strengthcamp.
The holy triumphant of YT gainz
athlean x and strengthcamp are not bodybuilding channels
Mind pump too
2 years later and boy did Strengthcamp turn to crap. The views are just really down on Elliot's vids now compared to 2011-2014
Damn straight
all about the safety, that's why i follow you.
+Jeff D. always about safety! Those power racks can really help! Thanks Jeff! Are you pumped for the next challenge man?! muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
I've been lifting for a while, never interested in watching any YT channels bc I know what works for me. You do an outstanding job of building relevant worthwhile content that is evidence based, easy to understand, with safety in mind too. I'm incorporating several of your sets into my workout regimen. Thanks! Keep up the great work.
These videos are brilliant and massively informative. I've switched up a number of exercises utilising the tips from these videos and the increase muscle engagement is significant, the burn and pump made the feel of the exercise so much better. Keep them coming Scott
+Phil Aspin HELL YEAH PHIL! I will keep them coming then!!! #HTH
bah bell bahhhhhhh bah?
+SporkRocker Spoahrk roahker
+SporkRocker dah bah!
lol...
lol...
Do you think the same would be true with reverse-grip dumbbell press?
yeah it should. However, he made a tricep video where he did dumbbell reversed grip press... But yeah, it's supposed to put more emphasis on the triceps. Conclusion: it's the same thing.
+David Ev. just don't tuck in your elbows while benching
On the reverse grip, I'm glad you explained to keep the elbows out so you don't turn it into a tricep exercise and to keep your shoulders back as you would with a traditional flat bench press!
Scott you are doing an awsum job in educating us all.. much appreciated.. suggested my friends to view your videos as well.. they loved it.. keep up the good work man..
I swear this dudes accent has become a whole lot more prominent In the last couple months, pretty sure it didn't used to be? May be wrong though haha
+Alekeser I've watched his videos for a while but just recently subscribed. Never noticed the accent until now.
+Alekeser making those accent gains lol
+Alekeser I think it's because he used to hide it, but he doesn't do that anymore. You can tell in some of his older videos that sometimes he says bahbell and in the same video he also says barbell.
+Jak “xSk3lY” Bro all was explained like 9 months ago in my 800,000 subscribers video :-D
Awesome video. Gonna give reverse grip a shot
+ETM215 Hell yeah man! Let me know how you like it! I will be adding it to the chest routine in my next challenge as well! muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
You're SOOO close to 1M subs! Amazing work man. :)
+Erik Bentley - I am so pumped, you have no idea! Thanks for the support!
Your chest looks great and your Bahston accent is pretty slick
DUMBBELL SHOULDER PRESS VS BARBELL SHOULDER PRESS
+Goat T added to the list!
taahhhhhget
+goffyso281 lololol
@@ScottHermanFitness Well I'm glad you have a good humor about it lol. Accents are fun
Cooker cutty! You know Scott, sometimes you really brighten my days in the silliest of ways xD
Been doing the reverse grip bench but had no idea it was more for upper. This is actually music to my ears because incline hurts my shoulder no matter what and I need more upper chest work. Very helpful video man!
+dominionn09 well if you have been doing it... your upper chest must be HUGE! :-D
+ScottHermanFitness
Right! Lol. no only been doing for a few workouts.
Damn I had forgotten about reverse grip benching. I need to get back t doing these again. Thanks for reminding me of this awesome exercise.
+Just Add Muscle Recipe's You are very welcome man! Looking JACKED in that profile pic!
+ScottHermanFitness haha thats from 2010 getting old now and between 12 hour work days growing a business and eating keto most of the year for longevity can cut you down to size a bit. But going to turn 40 in October and priorities change as we age. My goal now is to live to 150 and be functional and enjoy life for the whole ride.
good video. I never see anyone do the reverse grip barbell on youtube or at my gym. if this is so good why is it so rarely seen?
+Socio - I just think people do not understand the value of it, and because it can be a little awkward to do at first, people just don't do it.
@@ScottHermanFitness it can be dangerous if not done right...that barbel could slip right out of your hands and land on your chest...not fun. I prefer to do them in a smith machine.
Almost 1m subs and you still reply to comments!!! NICE👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
+elflacosuave Damn right man!!! Always!
Fav fitness channel :D
+vDRHAKHO x - thanks for the support! It really means a lot!
Scott you look like nate from uncharted xD love itttt
+τασος παπαδακης haha awesome. That is a sweet game!
+τασος παπαδακης so true lol
If Scott Herman and Jeff Cavaliere had a baby, I wonder if that baby would be God?
+Kyle SoSik loloolol :-D
lol that's hilarious
+KevinWood44 why you say that?
KevinWood44 lol
That is not funny that is shirk.
Ok NOW im 100 % sure of the correct range-of-motion. I was pressing ther bar above my head and not keeping it above chest. Thank you my good man
Thanks Scott, I've never tried the reverse grip before. I will fit it into my chest workout this week. I particularly liked the tip on unracking overhand and changing your grip on your chest, as I rarely have anyone to spot for me. Keep up the great work.
+Paul Turner yeah I figured a lot of people wouldn't have a spotter so I wanted to make sure I gave safe suggestions. Glad you liked the video bro! Are you going to jump on the next shred challenge? :-D muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
Great tip!! I missed this part 😂
Why not reverse grip incline dumbbell press? Seems like the ultimate upper pec exercise.
Works too much of the anterior deltoid
FeelinGood of course. It depends on the angle though. The lower the angle, the better (around 20 degrees).
It is pretty uncomfortable with dumbbells though, or pretty much anything, barbel, Smith Machine, etc.
bahhhhhhhhbelllllllllll. full contraction from he bahhbellllllll. its stuck in ma head
+TES Bakko (BaKKo) haha nice! whatever helps you remember!
wow I had no idea that reverse grip was better. I'm trying this out today. Great video thanks!!
+Acuraweaponx - glad to help, brotha!
bahhhhhhhbell my friends
+ThENaTIoN :D :D
+ThENaTIoN this accent annoys the fk out of me , dunno why he decided to start talking like this while he knows how to speak properly
+sercan can because for the 1 MILLIONTH TIME it is my REAL motherfucking VOICE! Deal with it. I explained this shit 9 months ago in my 800,000k subscriber video. The content is free and the quality is amazing. Blows me mind you are going to complain about how I talk when you are getting good shit for free. Ungrateful.
+Rs Ramazan you are too kind my friend :-D
+ThENaTIoN awwwwwwwwww yeahhhhhhhh!!!!! DAH BAH!!!!! :-D
How about reverse incline barbell press?
Reverse incline suicide grip dumbell hammer press
+LegendaryZappyBoy007 If you are using a reverse grip, I don't recommend doing it on and incline. Stick to flat with a reverse grip.
+Kevin & Company Reverse incline hammer grip double reverse grip revolutionary dumbell kettlebell barbell Smith machine press PogChamp
Why do you not recommend the reverse grip on an incline?
I see a lot of folks giggling like kids on scott's accent...he's here to share his knowledge with you, and help you make your workout more effective...appreciate the knowledge and quit trolling on wasteful things...if accent trolling is what you care more about, you're at the wrong place guys...Good Job Scott👍🏼 keep up the good work...we all really appreciate it...
+Divyarajsingh Patil Thank you for the support my friend. At least you appreciate all of the work I am putting in to give you guys quality content!! You rock!
You put in all the info you got in the most effective and precise way as you can and not to disregard the efforts put while arranging the content in chronology...have been appreciating your work since a few years now...will continue to do so. Cheers buddy
شكرا جزيلا سيد سكوت انا اتابع كل التدريبات التي تقدم وانا حاليا بداء جسمي بتحول جيد جدا بفضل ما تقوم به شكرا للك والى السيدة والمساعدين
+Waqqas Aljanay - sorry I cannot understand. Hopefully you are saying good stuff :)
What IF i did incline barbell reverse grip bench press? Get 35% upper chest activation ?
+BKL149 haha I am not sure about that to say a definitive "yes" but worth a try. I need to research more to see how the incline version hits the chest or if it does more shoulders as well.
Does this guy do that accent on purpose?
+wakiwest Don't know but i am loving it :D
+wakiwest Yes he forgets to do it on occasion, and in his earlier videos he did it much less
thanks! and it is my real voice. I explained it in my 800,000 subscribers video :-D
+ScottHermanFitness cheers u legend!
wakiwest I feel like he does.. almost seems to disappear at times. Glad I'm not the only one that picked up on that.
you killin' it fam.
~ The News
Solid advice. I'm going to implement rgbp into my routine. Nice one Scott.
dude, you from Bahh-ston?
+sfflyer12 Bwahston
+sfflyer123 You know it!!!
Tried reverse grip bench last night at the gym and it I felt 95% anterior delt activation and about 2% chest activation. Did not feel good. Anyone else get this?
I only watch for the accent!
+Siddharth Vyas Nice :D
I really didn't know that. Thanks for that. Great video.
finally! a lot of technical explanation and small form twitches. what i look for into a video: the how and the why. and you covered both!
+ov ov All about quality content here!!
+ScottHermanFitness that's a big plus! keep it coming and i'll keep on watching. learning and implementing !
PAUSED SQUAT/BENCH VS NO-PAUSE AT THE BOTTOM OF A SQUAT/BENCH
+MrOtasiikapois added to the list!
Paaaahstaaaa fibaaaaaaa kniffffeeeaaaaaaa ayaaaa
This is a great exercise. Tried it yesterday and love the soreness today.
This is GOLD! I absolutely need to hit my upper chest effectively and this variation is exactly what I needed. Thanks Scott!
+Dan Platt Glad you found it helpful Dan!! Now go grow that upper chest!!
scott :) dont go swimming in the sea with that hairstyle...people will running out of the water shouting "shark"
You mean "shaaahhk" ;)
*****
hahha
+Natural Muscle Brit haha.. hair was on POINT lolol
ScottHermanFitness
Literally :)
why does he fake the accent
Don't think he's faking any accent. I'm afraid you may have a superficial mindset.
he's from massachusetts, north of boston... this is a normal accent to have
He is. Sometimes he says barbell other times he says bahbell.
ik someone from boston, sometimes he says malk and sometimes he says milk. doesn't mean he's faking it.
check out his older videos, he was saying it normal unlike now
Scott these are lethal, great exercise, thanks man
You are very welcome my friend! I even tossed the reverse-grip bench into my latest chest routine! You can find it here brotha! muscularstrength.com/12-week-challenge-workouts
As always, great video Scott!
+Daniel Ong - Thanks Daniel! Glad you enjoyed it!
hey Scott, please do " barbell row for back undergrip vs overgrip"
Great tutorial.💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
I have gotten good results with heavy incline dumbbell press, but with a flatter 20% or so angle. But now I want to revisit the reverse grip bench press.
+bjornfsteen Incline pressing definitely works and has it's advantages...but the reverse grip is awesome too!
Tricep rope pushdown vs Reverse Grip straight bar tricep pushdown
preacher curl vs spider curl vs concentration curl
reverse pec deck vs facepulls vs seated rear delt flys
+SuperHippo95 added to the list!
wow, didn't see that coming! Thanks for sharing this info Scott!
Damn you have changed all my chest routine with 2 videos. Thank you so much Scott!
+MrTheK1LL3R haha that is awesome man!!! Thjen you are definitely going to like chest day in my new routine for the SHRED CHALLENGE! YOU PUMPED? muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
Great tip for barbell alignment. Thanks Scott!
people you need to understand that the top portion of the sternocostal is also seen as upper chest.
so work on top of sternocostal using shrugged bench press
and work on clavicular using incline or revers bench press
dropping all kinds of knowledge Imma give this a try
+Michael “MrMikeb408” Benoit damn right man! Always dropping knowledge bombs!
+ScottHermanFitness hey the more you drop knowledge the more I listen keep it up brother
Lots of great content as always Scott. Thanks!
Very insightful video, cheers Scott
+Swage Namwen Thanks bro! Happy to educate maaaaan! You going to join my next SHRED CHALLENE!? :-D
muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
This is so helpful! Totally forgot about this exercise and I didn't know it was this effective. Thanks a lot Scott!
+Roger Business - glad you liked it! That's what I'm here for :)
+ScottHermanFitness
Kind sir, I just did this exercise in the gym but I felt my shoulder cracking at the beginning of the push. That cracking sound occurs every repetition and I don't know how to get rid of it. Is it how I am built or am I doing something wrong?
good video!! I am an amateur trainer from HK who just get into the fitness industry, and I found ur videos helpful and informative . I bet that many professional trainer from HK will never aware of this. So it is good to always learn new stuffs. Appreciate for ur videos Scott !! :))
+Ho Ching Yuen Awesome my friend! Honk Kong! HELL YEAH!! Have you made a profile on my site yet? Lot's of amazing people you can learn from there as well too! come join our community! www.MuscularStrength.com
+ScottHermanFitness : thanks for reminding me Scott , just wake up and make a profile with no hesitation :)) Looking forward to seeing more gd stuff :)
Thanks for the great videos! Keep them coming! :)
That's why I always put the reverse grip bench press on my chest workout.
I have a question. why is there a huge loss in strength when switching to reverse grip benches over benches? I understand it's a new exercise but the weight drop was huge. I noticed this even when having to only use resistance bands during the lock down.
Anterior delts aren't activated as much. Having the delts assist in pressing motions generates a lot of extra power. Also, Scott is wrong about not protracting the scapula at the end. That would be the complete optiminal movement. However, you won't be able to do as much weight on the full protraction, that's why it's standard in weightlifting to only retract the scapula. In gymnastics/calisthenics, it's encouraged to protract at the end, as you need the full movement and strength to execute advanced skills like the planche. You are more likely to protract when your body is pronated, however when supinated, you are less likely as gravity adds a extra challenge. This is why doing only bench press is not optiminal.
Awesome video, Scott. Huge fan of yours.
Great comparison video, keep up the good work.
+David Bussiere (DJ) - glad you enjoyed it, man! Lots more coming!
very informational vid! i surely will be trying it out tomorrow!
+Phet Udomvittayakrai - definitely give it a try! You will feel it!
love these videos Scott! keep them coming, thanks
+Robert Miller You got it Robert! You pumped for the next challenge man!? muscularstrength.com/twelve-week-transformation-challenge
wow that was awesome scott! good info, really appreciate it.
only Just seen you and your videos and have to say your approach is really great, no complexity or unneccessary bulls**t that ends up with novice trainers getting hurt. I was struggling on chest with growth i have the strenght but no mass and this has really helped me out. subbed to your channel and would like to see either a barbell row vs t-bar row or maybe a military press vs seated dumbell press. nonetheless great work keeping things simple and easy to follow whilst giving people confidence that they can trust your advice and knowledge. spot on dude!
combing barbell vs dumbell video. reverse grip dumbell press is king !
+hnbnnnnnn well... yes and no... only if you can keep the wider than shoulder width grip with dumbbells. Have to have lots of control. Like the thought though! NICE!@
+ScottHermanFitness oh yeah staying outside of shoulder width would be hard, flairing arms out more would compensate right?
I want to see a vs series of clapping push ups vs knuckle push ups.
This is an Awesome Series! Thank you Scott! Going to give this reverse grip a go today! Thank you!
+T1MERUNN3R 414 - glad you like it man! More coming!
Thanks for this informative video, Scott. Gonna try that reverse grip press next time!
Thanks for this excellent video Scott. The Vs series is very helpful. Could you please do one for exercises targeting the side delts?
Great series! thank you! Please keep em coming!
+Jose Valladares Thanks for the support Jose! More to come for sure!!!
THANK YOU! I was wondering why I had so much shoulder pain when I would bench. I just gotta remember to keep my shoulder blades flexed!
Great video! Thanks for the analysis!
Nice, I recommended this VS a few days ago! Thanks for the awesome info as always!
+A Poker Life - I know you did!! I loved your idea and that's why I did it! Keep them coming!
Great information - I like this video series!
+David Julian Thanks David!!
I've been doing reverse-grip for a couple years now and my upper chest is certainly not lagging.
+Garry E - that's awesome man. This is one of those exercises that are very underestimated or forgotten by most.