how should i be barbell benching??

[MongoSS]

In my opinion you should go full range but you should tuck your elbows at a 45 degree angle instead of 90 degrees this will take the stress off your shoulders and put it more on the triceps, this does two things 1) make the lift safer and 2) allow you to lift more weight. If you are solely concerned with chest development I would recomment prioritising dumbell presses as you can more safely use an extended range of movement.

 

[kingk0ng]

In my opinion you should go full range but you should tuck your elbows at a 45 degree angle instead of 90 degrees this will take the stress off your shoulders and put it more on the triceps, this does two things 1) make the lift safer and 2) allow you to lift more weight. If you are solely concerned with chest development I would recomment prioritising dumbell presses as you can more safely use an extended range of movement.

Yes sir. You are correct. I explained why tucking your elbows were better on page one if you would like a more in-depth explanation.

 

[jaydollars]

I would like to say again that partial reps are for p***ies!!!! Use proper form, warm up, and for the most part injuries to the rotator cuff will be avoided. However, if partial reps help you break platues or make gains, more power to ya...