{"title":"Transform Your Bench","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"the-chest-up-pad","title":"Chest Up Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat's up guys, I'm Bonnie Schroeder and I'm so excited to introduce you to the CHEST UP PAD!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you're someone who experiences any type of discomfort or sensitivity during chest supported exercises, this product is about to be a game changer for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLet me quickly tell you a little bit about myself and why I was so excited to create the Chest Up Pad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI'm a powerlifting athlete\/coach with an extensive background in athletics that also includes track \u0026amp; field, bodybuilding and crossfit. Strength training has been such an integral part of my life for the past decade that I'm not the person I am today without it. The confidence and empowerment that comes with strength training are unparalleled and I love helping people discover their own capabilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd like all passions, training doesn't come without its occasional moment of frustration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMy personal issue was always experiencing some type of sensitivity with chest supported exercises and I would end up just avoiding them most of the time because there was really no other solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn May of 2021 I had a preventative mastectomy and reconstruction which led to even MORE discomfort during these movements and had to abandon those exercises all together. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter a few months of frustration I finally came up with a beautifully simple solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Chest Up Pad!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-youtube\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OTTbjdxB56o\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis sleek and supportive wedge straps onto your bench and takes pressure off the chest when doing chest supported movements. The Chest Up Pad is made of several layers of firm foam which keeps the chest elevated rather than pressed into the bench. The backside is made of a grippy material to keep it firmly in position. The Chest Up Pad locks into place by stretchy straps that simply velcro around the back of the bench. Its small enough to fit into your gym bag and is sure to be the newest staple in every gym.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI wanted to work with the Abmat team because I already knew the quality of their products was unmatched and had been wildly impressed with the ingenuity of their training implements. I also wanted to create a product that was American made and supported a local business. Everyone knows Abmat is renown for their creative and functional products, so it seemed like a perfect fit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDon't forget, the Chest Up Pad is NOT just for women! This product is designed to help people of all shapes and sizes, men and women included. Theres no reason to avoid these exercises anymore! Say goodbye to sensitivity and hello to your new favorite training tool!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" id=\"pap_x2s6df8d\" src=\"https:\/\/abmat.postaffiliatepro.com\/scripts\/jozulvo0f\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\nPostAffTracker.setAccountId('default1');\ntry {\nPostAffTracker.track();\n} catch (err) { }\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"AbMat®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41412605083824,"sku":"5-172-100-000","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0515\/8885\/8032\/products\/thechestuppad1.jpg?v=1645811482"},{"product_id":"the-bench-wedge","title":"Bench Wedge","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBench Wedge™        \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere’s a reason why seated utility benches are the first choice for exercises like the shoulder press and tricep extension.  However, this one-dimensional bench is \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eexpensive\u003c\/em\u003e and takes up \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003evaluable space.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIntroducing the Bench Wedge™, an innovative product that blurs the line between commercial and home gym equipment. Not only is it a fraction of the price, it has a smaller footprint and is much more versatile! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStrap the Bench Wedge™ to an adjustable bench to transform it into a seated utility bench or seal row station. Here’s how it works: The Bench Wedge’s unique size and shape creates 12” of space between you and your adjustable bench so you can perform \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eseated exercises\u003c\/strong\u003e with exceptional back support and full range of motion, and \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003echest-supported exercises\u003c\/strong\u003e without discomfort or the awkward bench straddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrab your Bench Wedge™ to experience the difference today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInventor: Chris Otto\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePatent Pending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 12” L x 10” W x 7.5” H (Top) \/ 5” H (Bottom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 3.6 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1.5” buckle with 23” strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFits most, if not all, adjustable benches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade with durable, yet soft vinyl and foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**This pad is not designed to fit wide competition flat benches. 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