Anterior delts feel fine, but I do feel like they are working too much during benching. My arms are way long I see what you are saying. Which pushup variations do you like? Hand positioning or doing them with resistance/medball?
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I really like taking 2 bosu balls(know what they are?) spread them out wide and do push ups on them. Use one for each arm. This hits chest almost better then anything I've tried.
You can also try a medball. One arm on med ball and one arm regular push up and switch back and forth with the ball. (rocky balboa)
Going wider is the key to hit chest. I do like my feet up on a bench when doing regular push ups too. The anterior delt is going to be involved no matter what but if you feel it taking over and burning fast try another exercise. Also stretch your anterior delt regularly. Sometimes this can add 10-15lbs to your exercise. Sit on a bench straight up. Position your palms against the bench behind you. Rotate your shoulders back and push forward. Make sure it's loose before you train chest. I know most guys want to be good and have strength in bench but it's really not for everyone. If building chest is your goal and something is not helping you get there then why do it? .. just something to think about.
Also try dumbell presses or bench presses on the floor. It's much more supportive on your shoulders and hits chest way better. Your biceps seem to do more stabilizing then your shoulders. Especially with dumbells.
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