u/Konrad_pwrl

Hey everyone,
I’m making this post because I’d like to expand my coaching portfolio and work with a few new people.
Right now I’m opening 5 online coaching spots at a discounted/promotional price for motivated lifters who genuinely want to improve their strength, technique, and performance.
A little about me:
I’m an international-level powerlifter, IPF world champion, national champion, and multiple-time medalist with years of experience in strength sports and competition prep.
As a coach, I’ve already helped athletes achieve major progress both in performance and competition results.
Some recent results from my athletes:
Multiple PRs in squat, bench, and deadlift
National champion titles
One of my athletes recently won 2 gold medals in the Open category, plus 2 gold medals in her age and weight class
What I offer:
Individual training programming tailored to your goals
Technique analysis and corrections (squat / bench / deadlift)
Programming adjustments based on recovery and progress
Direct support and regular feedback
This is mainly for people who are serious about training — whether you’re preparing for a meet, trying to break through a plateau, or simply want structured coaching.
I’m limiting this to 5 people so I can give everyone proper attention.
If you’re interested or want more details (pricing, coaching structure, etc.), feel free to send me a DM.

Not every strong bencher presses the same way. Two common styles I often see are Soft Touch and Push Press bench, and while both can be effective, they rely on very different mechanics.

Soft Touch Bench focuses on maintaining constant full-body tension throughout the entire lift. Most lifters using this style place their feet slightly in front of the knees, allowing them to drive into the floor and keep stable leg tension from start to finish. Instead of relying on a big rebound from the lower body, the goal is staying tight and controlled.

This style usually works well for lifters who benefit from better bar control, stability, and consistent positioning.
Good accessories for Soft Touch:
• Spoto Press — improves control and tension near the chest
• Long pause bench — builds starting strength and eliminates momentum

Push Press Bench, on the other hand, uses more aggressive leg drive and a spring-like effect from the lower body. Lifters often position their feet slightly behind the knees, creating a stronger push through the legs during the press. Here, you actively use that stored tension to help transfer force into the bar.
This style can be great for explosive lifters who know how to coordinate leg drive with upper-body pressing.
Good accessories for Push Press:
• Pin Press — improves force production from dead-stop positions
• Push Press / OHP — builds explosive pressing power
Neither style is objectively better. The best style depends on your leverages, mobility, and how efficiently you transfer force into the bar.

What benching style works best for you — Soft Touch or Push Press, and why?