Simple Gainz 6 Week Bench Press Progression

by Iconiq Creative
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Program Description

A structured 6 week plan focusing on strength, technique and explosive power. Train bench press variations twice a week, with a third session dedicated to accessory work.

Program Overview

  • Level
    Novice, Intermediate, Advanced
  • Goal
    Powerlifting
  • Equipment
    Full Gym
  • Program Length
    6 weeks
  • Time Per Workout
    60 minutes
  • Created
    Mar 30, 2025 08:04
  • Last Edited
    Jun 18, 2025 08:36

Summary

Unlock your potential with the Simple Gainz 6 Week Bench Press Progression, designed for serious lifters looking to enhance their bench press strength and technique. Over three days each week, you'll engage in a variety of targeted exercises, including heavy bench presses, speed work, and accessory lifts that focus on muscle development and explosive power. This program emphasizes progressive overload and incorporates unique movements like the Sling Shot Bench Press and Long Pause Bench Press to push your limits. Get ready to build serious strength and confidence in your bench press game!
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
WEEK 6
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Long Pause Bench Press
5
3 reps
80%
2
Pin Press Bench (Barbell)
4
3 reps
85%
3
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
6 reps
70%
4
Barbell Row
4
8 reps
-
5
Face Pull
3
12 reps
-
6
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Long Pause Bench Press
5
3 reps
80%
2
Pin Press Bench (Barbell)
4
3 reps
85%
3
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
6 reps
70%
4
Barbell Row
4
8 reps
-
5
Face Pull
3
12 reps
-
6
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Long Pause Bench Press
5
3 reps
80%
2
Pin Press Bench (Barbell)
4
3 reps
85%
3
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
6 reps
70%
4
Barbell Row
4
8 reps
-
5
Face Pull
3
12 reps
-
6
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Long Pause Bench Press
5
3 reps
80%
2
Pin Press Bench (Barbell)
4
3 reps
85%
3
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
6 reps
70%
4
Barbell Row
4
8 reps
-
5
Face Pull
3
12 reps
-
6
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Long Pause Bench Press
5
3 reps
80%
2
Pin Press Bench (Barbell)
4
3 reps
85%
3
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
6 reps
70%
4
Barbell Row
4
8 reps
-
5
Face Pull
3
12 reps
-
6
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12 reps
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Long Pause Bench Press
5
3 reps
80%
2
Pin Press Bench (Barbell)
4
3 reps
85%
3
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4
6 reps
70%
4
Barbell Row
4
8 reps
-
5
Face Pull
3
12 reps
-
6
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3
12 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
8
3 reps
60%
2
Spoto Press
3
5 reps
75%
3
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
4
Lat Pulldown
4
8 reps
-
5
Deficit Push Up
3
12 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
8
3 reps
60%
2
Spoto Press
3
5 reps
75%
3
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
4
Lat Pulldown
4
8 reps
-
5
Deficit Push Up
3
12 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
8
3 reps
60%
2
Spoto Press
3
5 reps
75%
3
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
4
Lat Pulldown
4
8 reps
-
5
Deficit Push Up
3
12 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
8
3 reps
60%
2
Spoto Press
3
5 reps
75%
3
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
4
Lat Pulldown
4
8 reps
-
5
Deficit Push Up
3
12 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
8
3 reps
60%
2
Spoto Press
3
5 reps
75%
3
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
4
Lat Pulldown
4
8 reps
-
5
Deficit Push Up
3
12 reps
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
8
3 reps
60%
2
Spoto Press
3
5 reps
75%
3
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3
8 reps
-
4
Lat Pulldown
4
8 reps
-
5
Deficit Push Up
3
12 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Sling Shot Bench Press (Barbell)
4
3 reps
100%
2
Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
4
10 reps
-
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
4
6 reps
60%
4
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
5
Seated Dip (Machine)
3
12 reps
-
6
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Sling Shot Bench Press (Barbell)
4
3 reps
100%
2
Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
4
10 reps
-
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
4
6 reps
60%
4
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
5
Seated Dip (Machine)
3
12 reps
-
6
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Sling Shot Bench Press (Barbell)
4
3 reps
100%
2
Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
4
10 reps
-
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
4
6 reps
60%
4
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
5
Seated Dip (Machine)
3
12 reps
-
6
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Sling Shot Bench Press (Barbell)
4
3 reps
100%
2
Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
4
10 reps
-
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
4
6 reps
60%
4
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
5
Seated Dip (Machine)
3
12 reps
-
6
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Sling Shot Bench Press (Barbell)
4
3 reps
100%
2
Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
4
10 reps
-
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
4
6 reps
60%
4
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
5
Seated Dip (Machine)
3
12 reps
-
6
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Sling Shot Bench Press (Barbell)
4
3 reps
100%
2
Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
4
10 reps
-
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
4
6 reps
60%
4
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
5
Seated Dip (Machine)
3
12 reps
-
6
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
3
12 reps
-
Week 1
1 / 6 Weeks
Day 1
1
Long Pause Bench Press
5 Sets
3 Reps
80%
2
Pin Press Bench (Barbell)
4 Sets
3 Reps
85%
3
Bench Press (Close Grip)
4 Sets
6 Reps
70%
4
Barbell Row
4 Sets
8 Reps
-
5
Face Pull
3 Sets
12 Reps
-
6
Tricep Pushdown (Cable)
3 Sets
12 Reps
-
Day 2
1
Bench Press (Barbell)
8 Sets
3 Reps
60%
2
Spoto Press
3 Sets
5 Reps
75%
3
Bench Press (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
8 Reps
-
4
Lat Pulldown
4 Sets
8 Reps
-
5
Deficit Push Up
3 Sets
12 Reps
-
Day 3
1
Sling Shot Bench Press (Barbell)
4 Sets
3 Reps
100%
2
Incline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
4 Sets
10 Reps
-
3
Overhead Press (Barbell)
4 Sets
6 Reps
60%
4
Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
12 Reps
-
5
Seated Dip (Machine)
3 Sets
12 Reps
-
6
Bicep Curl (Dumbbell)
3 Sets
12 Reps
-