My short legs!!

I'm only 5'4 with obviously short legs!

My point being that during bench press I don't seem to get a decent footing in that I cant plant my heels due to the bench height/leg length difference,i alway seem to be on tiptoes.

This probably results in bad technique as i cant keep everything tight(arch/lats etc), this probably engages the shoulders more,which has now resulted in rotator cuff issues. I'm hoping after physio has run its course that i will be able to continue with bench, but was wondering if anyone has ideas to get a decent footing, short of cutting the legs off my bench!

You can bench fine on the toes if you get an nice arch set tight etc. You can get a better arch doing so and arguably get tighter from doing so. Many powerlifting feds allow it.

Failing that plonk 2 plates on the deck and use as blocks.

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Put your feet up on the bench together this will take strain off your back if they are dangling in mid-air. Or find a lower bench!!

Micky McKay Personal Trainer Healthy Action www.fitness121.co.uk

Failing that plonk 2 plates on the deck and use as blocks.

4 plates!!!

Mickey, will having feet on the bench be detrimental to form, in terms of back arch etc.