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Flaring and Tucking Elbows on the Bench

Powerlifting
#1

If one is lifting without a shirt. Should I still tuck the elbows on the way down and flare on the way up?

#2

Yes, you just don’t tuck and flare as much. Your upper arm should be at ~45 degree angle to your body. Where that has you touch will vary based on torso length and arm length.

#3

Thanks,
Makes much sense.