Which is harder?

[Deeerdre]

Me and my buddy have been wondering what is more difficult to preform, normal flat bench or flat bench from the pins? Whats your guys take on this?

 

[ZiR RED]

From the pins, the muscle is not preloaded as it would be when you lower the weight down to your chest, thus force is produced less rapidly.

Br

 

[Deeerdre]

wow really? Awesome cuz we were doing 315 for sets, pretty cool

 

[ZiR RED]

WHere are you placing the pins? If they are placed at the level of the chest, or slightly off it then yes; however, if they are placed further up, shortening the rep and working the lockout, then not likely.

Br

 

[Deeerdre]

ah ok makes sense they are about 4 inches off the chest, were going to try and get it closer tho next time. thanks for your input