{"title":"Benches","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenches for Strength and Conditioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach time you are concerned with strength training and muscle building, surely you would need a bench. Whether you are an amateur or professional lifter, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apollofitness.ie\/collections\/benches-1\/products\/apollo-bench-press\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebench press\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is undoubtedly one of the many great ways towards muscle growth, strength, and overall fitness. There are several types of benches. So, you will always find a bench press for sale that can be used to target a specific muscle group, according to your goals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes of Benches and Their Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are various kinds of benches available, catering to the needs of different training types and preferences. There is the flat, foldable bench, the hyperextension models, and much more. All these provide specific benefits that improve your workout experience and results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Benches:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn any gym or home workout area, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apollofitness.ie\/collections\/benches-1\/products\/apollo-flat-bench\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflat bench\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is necessary. A bench press, dumbbell press, and chest fly are perfectly done on the flat bench and work on your chest, shoulders, and triceps, contributing to the increase in strength and muscle mass. It can be used for step-ups, core work, and seated movements as well, which makes it one of the necessary pieces for every strength training. A quality weight bench in Ireland should start from a flat bench.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncline and Decline Benches:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You can always incline or decline the bench angle so that it allows you to focus on any given area on the body, besides targeting other muscle groups differently with an incline bench; this helps the person to achieve proper development for their upper chest and shoulders. Decline benches work both on the lower chest as well as on the upper abdominal muscles and therefore give a great amount of variation in the routine for perfectly proportionate bodybuilding. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHyperextension Benches: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lower back, glutes, and hamstrings are what hyperextension benches are targeting, which is ideal for developing the posterior chain. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apollofitness.ie\/products\/45-degree-hyper-extension\"\u003ehyperextension bench\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will allow you to perform back extensions that are great for developing posture, stability, and general core strength. Performing hyperextensions can also help to lower the chances of a lower back injury, making it a must-do in any strength training regimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Benches Play an Important Role in Your Workouts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving a weight bench in Ireland offers a variety of exercises to conduct in a steady and controlled fashion. They have been the ones providing the supportive need for many workouts that need both upper body and core conditioning. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThus, with proper shape and less damage to your bones, you're assured to continue exercising safely for more significant workloads. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBesides athletic training, muscle toning, and overall strength, adding foldable benches to your exercise routine will also help you perform well in other areas. Whether it is building up the upper body, improving endurance, or shaping defined muscles, the bench gets you there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hip-truster-bench","title":"Hip Thruster Bench","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the must have essentials for any commercial facility. This Hip thruster platform is fantastic for developing great glutes and for building a strong posterior chain. This bench is designed with good form in mind so that the user can perform these lifts in a safe and controlled manner.This bench is finished with a firm and padded upholstery which keeps the lumbar comfortable and supported during lifts.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/files\/flexi_by_humm-_trans-removebg-preview_480x480.png?v=1602059593\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apollofitness.ie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10091504664612,"sku":"HTB10","price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/products\/5726-XM-Hip-Thrust-Bench.jpg?v=1549074481"},{"product_id":"pt-adjustable-weight-bench","title":"APOLLO  Decline\/ Incline Bench","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely popular bench for both commercial and PT gym set ups. Made from durable steel and and comfortable leather styled upholstery. This bench also has wheels at the rear which make for easy transportation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple, stylish, affordable and all round great quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Bench dimensions: \u003cspan\u003eMeas:\u003cstrong\u003e132x50x24cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/files\/flexi_by_humm-_trans-removebg-preview_480x480.png?v=1602059593\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apollo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10559918735396,"sku":"AB001","price":325.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/files\/ApolloPTbench_1.jpg?v=1754567383"},{"product_id":"apollo-bench-press","title":"APOLLO Flat Bench Press","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease allow a 5 week lead time if product is not in stock.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the Apollo flat bench press.The bench has a firm cushioned upholstery which supports the back during heavy lifts and is also very comfortable to workout with.The bench is perfect for any gym or commercial facility and is a very popular piece of equipment here at Apollo. It has 3 rest stations for the bar which makes it well suited to users of all heights. It also has laser cut Apollo detailing and an aesthetic black gloss paint finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/files\/flexi_by_humm-_trans-removebg-preview_480x480.png?v=1602059593\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apollo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11467909562404,"sku":"APFLBP","price":847.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/products\/apolloflatbench.jpg?v=1663156356"},{"product_id":"incline-bench-press","title":"APOLLO Incline Bench Press","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease allow a lead-time of 5 weeks if this machine if not in stock. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Apollo incline bench press is an ideal piece of equipment for targeting the upper portion of the chest.It comes equipped with an adjustable seat and a stand for a spotter at rear of bench. This bench also comes with firm padding which gives the user lumbar support when tackling heavy lifts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bench also has three stations to rest the bar on which makes it suitable to users of all sizes. Its finished with a stylish gloss paint and has laser cut Apollo branding. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinance options are available for this machine. Contact us for a quote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/files\/flexi_by_humm-_trans-removebg-preview_480x480.png?v=1602059593\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apollo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11467940855844,"sku":"APINBP","price":847.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/products\/inclinebench.jpg?v=1663160755"},{"product_id":"apollo-flat-bench","title":"Apollo Flat Bench","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from comfortable foam padding and durable synthetic leather, this Apollo flat bench is perfect for both home gyms and commercial facilities alike. Ideal for a range of exercises including bench press, dips and core work. This bench is very lightweight which makes for easy transportation and is fitted with a comfortable back support. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/files\/flexi_by_humm-_trans-removebg-preview_480x480.png?v=1602059593\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apollo","offers":[{"title":"one size","offer_id":50180702929237,"sku":"FLB001","price":275.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2131\/7975\/products\/FlatBench--Transbackground_1.jpg?v=1638530171"},{"product_id":"apollo-elite-adjustable-bench","title":"APOLLO Elite Adjustable Bench","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur most advanced and premium offering to date. 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