Is it bad to arch my back during bench press?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Is it bad for the back if I keep high arch during bench press? Can it hurt the back?

Answered by Shwetanjali Gandhe

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BPT

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Ms. Shwetanjali Gandhe is a highly skilled physiotherapist with over 16 years of clinical experience. She specializes in treating musculoskeletal disorders such as PIVD, chronic back pain, ankylosing spondylitis, and frozen shoulder. For the past six years, she’s concentrated on women’s health conducting comprehensive posture, biomechanics, and pelvic‑floor assessments to address concerns like incontinence, prolapse, osteopenia, and osteoporosis. Expert in Mummy MOT assessments, Shwetanjali develops personalized, evolving rehabilitation plans aligned with international standards in pelvic‑health physiotherapy. Her patient‑centered approach emphasizes restoring mobility, strength, and overall well‑being across all life stages.

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Hi,

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When you are arching your back excessively, it reduces the range of motion, and it makes the exercise so easier. The only disadvantage is that you will not use your muscles through a full range of motion, and a less strength is used. Also, remember the principle of individuality during exercise. All the individuals will require a different position to practice a particular group of muscle exercise. Please do these exercise under guidance.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 30, 2018
Reviewed At May 9, 2024

Education:

BPT

Professional Bio:

Ms. Shwetanjali Gandhe is a highly skilled physiotherapist with over 16 years of clinical experience. She specializes in treating musculoskeletal disorders such as PIVD, chronic back pain, ankylosing spondylitis, and frozen shoulder. For the past six years, she’s concentrated on women’s health conducting comprehensive posture, biomechanics, and pelvic‑floor assessments to address concerns like incontinence, prolapse, osteopenia, and osteoporosis. Expert in Mummy MOT assessments, Shwetanjali develops personalized, evolving rehabilitation plans aligned with international standards in pelvic‑health physiotherapy. Her patient‑centered approach emphasizes restoring mobility, strength, and overall well‑being across all life stages.

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Education:

BPT

Professional Bio:

Ms. Shwetanjali Gandhe is a highly skilled physiotherapist with over 16 years of clinical experience. She specializes in treating musculoskeletal disorders such as PIVD, chronic back pain, ankylosing spondylitis, and frozen shoulder. For the past six years, she’s concentrated on women’s health conducting comprehensive posture, biomechanics, and pelvic‑floor assessments to address concerns like incontinence, prolapse, osteopenia, and osteoporosis. Expert in Mummy MOT assessments, Shwetanjali develops personalized, evolving rehabilitation plans aligned with international standards in pelvic‑health physiotherapy. Her patient‑centered approach emphasizes restoring mobility, strength, and overall well‑being across all life stages.

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