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5 Simple Ways to Stop Shoulder Pain During Bench Press

Shoulder Pain Bench Press: How to Fix It, Tips and Common Causes

How to reduce shoulder pain in the bench press. This is a common problem when clients first start bench pressing, too much pressure gets put through the shoulder joint, which can cause pain and potential injury. Three main tips to help reduce this: 1. Retract the shoulder blades back before starting your bench. Think about squeezing a pencil between your shoulder blades. This will help to keep more focus on the chest when lifting. 2. Create a small arch in the lower portion of your back. It’s im