flat bench
Definition
Noun: 1. A bench on which a weightlifter lies to do exercises: A piece of gym equipment consisting of a long, flat, padded surface, typically supported by legs, designed for performing weight training exercises, especially the bench press, while lying in a supine position.
Usage
The term "flat bench" is used to specify the type of bench in a gym or training context. It distinguishes this equipment from other benches, such as an inclined or declined bench. - It is commonly used as the object of prepositions like on, from, or at. - It is often modified by adjectives like standard, adjustable, or padded.
Examples
- Noun:
- For a basic chest workout, start with the barbell press on a flat bench.
- The gym has three flat benches near the free weights.
- He adjusted his grip while lying on the flat bench.
Advanced Usage
- "to work off a flat bench": To perform exercises using a flat bench.
- Most of his pressing movements are done working off a flat bench.
Variants and Related Words
- Bench press (n): A compound exercise performed by pressing a weight upward while lying on a flat bench.
- He increased his bench press personal record.
- Incline bench (n): A bench set at an upward angle.
- Decline bench (n): A bench set at a downward angle.
Synonyms
- Exercise bench: A general term for a bench used for physical training.
- Weight bench: A bench designed for use with free weights.
Related Phrases
- Flat bench press: The specific exercise of pressing a weight while lying on a flat bench.
- The flat bench press primarily targets the pectoral muscles.
Noun
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a bench on which a weightlifter lies to do exercises
