@@chizzledtellmewhatuthink9205 Ya but thats for shoulder stability. It was hardly an arch. And certainly wasnt arching to shorten the distance like every other powerlifter does where you can wedge a beach ball between their back and the bench.
@@FlamingChickenTA His shoulder are retracted there maybe a slight 2 inch arch but it's hard to tell because he has a shirt on and he's a big guy. I bench the exact same way that's how I can tell there's a minor arch nothing to dramatic.
He is clean, 5 time world champion, the most drug tested athlete during his championship run, he went to tbn the gospel channel were here done 700 in a 5 minute block, he benched 700, 46 weeks ago year when he was on tbn he is a minister and a well respected man
I talked to James Hollywood Henderson you do know about the federation he was in is a drug tested league, not like a lot of federations that doesn't do drug testing, and it's the most strick, that federation has caught plenty of guys trying to cheat
Mark Richardson exactly lol, the guy has TREMENDOUS genetic gifts but hes gassed up just like every other man whos benched over 600 raw, doesnt take anything away from his accomplishments, millions of men have used gear but only 3 or 4 have benched 700 raw
Bruce Tilley dude i love big James but to say he is natural is ridiculous. He was busted for selling illegal steroids, so most likely he used it as well. Most drug testing are easy to pass, most popular lifters get a heads up on when testing will come and flush it out befote comp. I take no merit away from the big dawg though, bc everyone else most likely juiced up as well and James still smoked them
Believe it. He's real. No drugs! He was my roommate in college. Albany State University. He was benching over 500 lbs. in college back in 1984. He's still a "BAD BOY." Go Room Dog!
lifting weights for 10 years and my max bench is 405lbs... this dude can easily bench that 20 times if he wanted to. The power and strength is unreal with this giant.
bodybuilder718 I've been lifting a little over year and I'm 17 years old my max bench is 285-290 I'm trying to get 315 before I turn 18 I mostly just did bodybuilding style of training your 4x10-12 3x10-12 sometimes sets of 6-8 to go heavier and drop sets supersets and it built me well but not where I wanted my strength I was stuck at 250 for about 3 months then I started doing powerlifting routines and learning and experimenting with those kinda methods and I've definitely have gotten strong and still getting stronger
its me good job man! Yeah bodybuilding is not good for developing a good bench. Powerlifting got me increasing my bench weekly. It's been a while, how your bench going?
hello i am weak too.i just started training after a layiff and im going to train for powerlifting too.i try to read stuff about training to develop my own way.if you are too much into bodybuilding you don't get strong.1-3 reps is where its at for strength but it is a bit dangerous for injury.also these guys just lift and eat and they wont diet that's why they get so fucking strong imo.
KING james will always be known as the first to clear 700 and 700 plus pounds he is like the bruce lee micheal jackson mike tyson micheal jordan of benching
Greatest of all time. Drug tested in an IPF world meet with the strictest judges in the world wearing only a watch. Spoto is great but lets pause these "World Records". Ever wonder why the all-time world records are broken in some random local meet and not under strict world competition judging?
1:35 and 9:27, locking in the mind-body connection! James is sooo awesome! His bench press leverages with elbows under the wrist and bar placement on the chest allow him to move big weights without the need for elbow or wrist wraps. I would put him up there with the best benchers of all time, right at the top with Pat Casey, Jim Williams and Ted Arcidi. Thanks for posting this video, I've learned so much over the years watching lifters like James work their lifts. I recently published a powerbuilding book called IRON-FORTIFIED FOR LIFE and had to reference Big James in it...he's too impactful to leave out!
I could watch videos of this man all day long. Literally, from the time I wake up until I go to sleep, and it wouldn't get old. The guy is not only an absolute monster, but he's also such a genuinely nice, peaceful guy.
James you inspired me and my friends years ago, I’ve just shown my son your training videos and he’s blown away, he’s new to weight training so he’s only lifting 70 kilo’s but he is loving it.
This guy is awesome, no two ways about it. Biggest raw bencher ever, although Mendelson did more, he didn't pause it. Henderson owns the biggest paused raw bench record, still. Total class act, and great sense of humour.
Every kid who is starting to train should listen to what this man is saying!!! "Take your time and do it right and you don't really need all that fancy stuff, like shirts and drugs... you take short cuts, you get short responses." I have told young people the same thing for years, but I didn't bench 700+ raw, so my words didn't carry the weight of Big James; you gotta work for what you get!
Can't believe this video is 12 years old. When I first watched this video I had a girlfriend, good job, no stress, and I loved life. That's all gone now.
It's great seeing someone doing a "heavy" workout and enjopying it, without a bench shirt and 6 guys having to massage his ego. Just from the video clips it seems he has the ability, and the personality to go with it. And the comments he comes up with, makes for a fun and enjoyable workout atmosphere...all with being a very serious lifter. Keep up the good work, and GET OUT OF THE WAY!!!
he reminds me of Michael Clarke duncan which passed away one week ago..he was also big big guy massive and so kind...with great personality like james..
Hahaha, this guy is awesome! I just love his attitude. He's funny and seems like a really nice guy. :). Inspiration. "Thank you very much, get out the way!" haha.
+Mitchell Hogue yeah but bills best bench was 661, while big James best was 711...James was the stronger bencher, but I'll say that bill was the overall stronger man
James Henderson lifted in USPF and there is proper PRESS -command. Scott Mendelson didnt stop the bar at his chest eventhough he had a "PRESS" -command and his lift would have been disqualified in USPF. James is still the bench Nr. One!
Hey James,Great Video. I came by this page in the strangest way. I always loved the weight lifting/workout pants we had back in the 70's. Fashions usually cycle back in every 7-9 yrs. I think it time 2 bring back those crazy color weight lifting pants with the emblem right below belly button. U should re-introduce the line. Gotta have a wife beater Tee shirt 2 only we'll have them in colors! We'll be richer than the Beverly Hillbillies! Keep up the good work & God Bless big guy. Peace Debi
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no gloves, chalk, bench shirt, no arch in back. He just have his watch and ring on, humble, pure class. The epitome of raw power!
Vernon Mines he arches when he puts his shoulder blades Into the bench.
we not going to debate the small stuff. The point is he is one of GOAT
@@chizzledtellmewhatuthink9205 lmfao what video are you watching, there's no arch in his back buddy
@@chizzledtellmewhatuthink9205 Ya but thats for shoulder stability. It was hardly an arch. And certainly wasnt arching to shorten the distance like every other powerlifter does where you can wedge a beach ball between their back and the bench.
@@FlamingChickenTA His shoulder are retracted there maybe a slight 2 inch arch but it's hard to tell because he has a shirt on and he's a big guy. I bench the exact same way that's how I can tell there's a minor arch nothing to dramatic.
"why play with the little change when you can go for the big dollars"
Epic quote
"Thank you very much," every time he gets a lift. Dude is the real fuckin deal.
"I love the sound of 45-lb plates slapping together!"
the best to ever do it, the ONLY MAN to bench over 700lb in a DRUG TESTED meet
Is this guy clean? Incredible strong! Great!
He is clean, 5 time world champion, the most drug tested athlete during his championship run, he went to tbn the gospel channel were here done 700 in a 5 minute block, he benched 700, 46 weeks ago year when he was on tbn he is a minister and a well respected man
I talked to James Hollywood Henderson you do know about the federation he was in is a drug tested league, not like a lot of federations that doesn't do drug testing, and it's the most strick, that federation has caught plenty of guys trying to cheat
Mark Richardson exactly lol, the guy has TREMENDOUS genetic gifts but hes gassed up just like every other man whos benched over 600 raw, doesnt take anything away from his accomplishments, millions of men have used gear but only 3 or 4 have benched 700 raw
Bruce Tilley dude i love big James but to say he is natural is ridiculous. He was busted for selling illegal steroids, so most likely he used it as well. Most drug testing are easy to pass, most popular lifters get a heads up on when testing will come and flush it out befote comp. I take no merit away from the big dawg though, bc everyone else most likely juiced up as well and James still smoked them
Best, Pure, Raw Bench Presser, Ever!
Believe it. He's real. No drugs! He was my roommate in college. Albany State University. He was benching over 500 lbs. in college back in 1984. He's still a "BAD BOY." Go Room Dog!
Strong as a bull yet very humble & a polite dude, rare blend, respect Sir.
Without question, my favorite bench pressing video on RUclips.
lifting weights for 10 years and my max bench is 405lbs... this dude can easily bench that 20 times if he wanted to. The power and strength is unreal with this giant.
bodybuilder718 I've been lifting a little over year and I'm 17 years old my max bench is 285-290 I'm trying to get 315 before I turn 18 I mostly just did bodybuilding style of training your 4x10-12 3x10-12 sometimes sets of 6-8 to go heavier and drop sets supersets and it built me well but not where I wanted my strength I was stuck at 250 for about 3 months then I started doing powerlifting routines and learning and experimenting with those kinda methods and I've definitely have gotten strong and still getting stronger
its me good job man! Yeah bodybuilding is not good for developing a good bench. Powerlifting got me increasing my bench weekly. It's been a while, how your bench going?
hello i am weak too.i just started training after a layiff and im going to train for powerlifting too.i try to read stuff about training to develop my own way.if you are too much into bodybuilding you don't get strong.1-3 reps is where its at for strength but it is a bit dangerous for injury.also these guys just lift and eat and they wont diet that's why they get so fucking strong imo.
''thank you very much get outta da way'' hahaha
That 495 for 6 and 600 x 3 were epic! FREAKIN STRONG!!!
Big E does 500 for 17 and 605x8 :D
aDezenT Henderson is drug free though
aDezenT spoto is loaded
James is a funny guy , tone down for the spotters lol
KING james will always be known as the first to clear 700 and 700 plus pounds he is like the bruce lee micheal jackson mike tyson micheal jordan of benching
100% Natural.
💜💖
This video is amazing, it never gets old. I love how he always tells his spotter to "get outta the way" haha. Truly an amazing lifter
this dude is on another level
Lol... he say he drug free.. dude just strong as an Ox
Lmao!!! C'mon man.. he look natural to me.. hes just a huge strong dude.. Lots of protein i assume
"Thank you very much...now get outta the way!"
LOL
Greatest of all time. Drug tested in an IPF world meet with the strictest judges in the world wearing only a watch. Spoto is great but lets pause these "World Records". Ever wonder why the all-time world records are broken in some random local meet and not under strict world competition judging?
So, no one in the ipf has been busted for drugs?
1:35 and 9:27, locking in the mind-body connection! James is sooo awesome! His bench press leverages with elbows under the wrist and bar placement on the chest allow him to move big weights without the need for elbow or wrist wraps. I would put him up there with the best benchers of all time, right at the top with Pat Casey, Jim Williams and Ted Arcidi. Thanks for posting this video, I've learned so much over the years watching lifters like James work their lifts. I recently published a powerbuilding book called IRON-FORTIFIED FOR LIFE and had to reference Big James in it...he's too impactful to leave out!
Love that he thanks his spotter every set.
Gentle giant.
Noel brought me here
this guy sounds like Bernie Mac with them jokes he was cracking😂😂😂
can you imagine Bernie Mac lifting weights😂😂😂
One of the Goat bench presser’s and my personal favorite
This is awesome can't believe he worked up in 10 min
It's a good thing he toned it down for the spotters
"shortcuts get short responses".wise words from a wise man!
So much charisma, so much power!
I could watch videos of this man all day long. Literally, from the time I wake up until I go to sleep, and it wouldn't get old. The guy is not only an absolute monster, but he's also such a genuinely nice, peaceful guy.
HIM AND RONNIE COLEMANG WORKING OUT.......THANK YOU VERY MUCH AND YEA BUDDY...PRICELESS
Love James Henderson. A pleasure to watch. Fun guy.
I love this Dude. "I like to tone my workout down for my spotters" after resting 500 on your chest before the last rep. HAHAHAHAHAH BEAST!!!!!
315 just another warm-up. Like what?!!!
I can't even warm up with 225, I get it for 6ish on a good day but then again I'm only 200lbs 😞
315 is just another little warmup we have here
Greatest heavy weight lifter ever
Must be the only one you know...
James you inspired me and my friends years ago, I’ve just shown my son your training videos and he’s blown away, he’s new to weight training so he’s only lifting 70 kilo’s but he is loving it.
the greatest bencher ever! please post more!
Where's the "Locked in! Give it to me, dawg!"?
Did I miss it?
Hahahaha I was waiting bro! Noel said it so it must be true
Wonderful benching.
Love that last rep pause.
......I am in awe!!!
Thank ya very much!
seems like the coolest guy….real raw power
Awesome upload - thanks so much man. Henderson: best bencher EVER.
he the truth good personality stand up guy it seems like
This guy is awesome, no two ways about it. Biggest raw bencher ever, although Mendelson did more, he didn't pause it. Henderson owns the biggest paused raw bench record, still. Total class act, and great sense of humour.
Thank you very much !!!
"Thank You Very Much"!
Haha this guys warm up is my max... damn it.
James, Your benching is a thing of beauty ! Very perfect movement. Hope you break all the raw records !!
Every kid who is starting to train should listen to what this man is saying!!!
"Take your time and do it right and you don't really need all that fancy stuff, like shirts and drugs... you take short cuts, you get short responses."
I have told young people the same thing for years, but I didn't bench 700+ raw, so my words didn't carry the weight of Big James; you gotta work for what you get!
looool " i have to tone my workout down around my spotters" funny dude
Can't believe this video is 12 years old. When I first watched this video I had a girlfriend, good job, no stress, and I loved life. That's all gone now.
10 minutes ago I was happy that I could bench 375 1 time. Now not so much.
this is real power , best bench ever ...
"thank you for the hand off, now get out of the way"
Good stuff and seems like a very down to earth guy... wanna go to a buffet? HA!
Awesome Video, "thank you very much now get outta the way!!"
Henderson is the RAW king on the bench.
good man, good advice. All the best from Europe !
Jame's reps are much cleaner than Eric spoto's.
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IDK about that.
Love how is all down on earth kind of guy, very nice attitude also.
da man right here hands down ,no ass all in the air or bench shirt or back so arched it looks like a bridge you can driver thru ...good stuff James
A great guy in person too. Gives back to the community.
"thank you very much" at the begining of every set, ballin!
"I gotta tone down my workout for my spotters". Great line.
he plays it down for the spotters ,as he dont know if they been drinking, funny guy lol great vids
"We're gonna crank up the workout now...go to 5 then go to 6"... Only a BEAST can make a statement like that. The workout was cranked up at 400 to me.
I always liked Henderson. He is cool and lifts raw. One of my favorites and a good man.
thank you very much
i saw many videos of another strong guy but I think you are the best and very nice person ... god blees
Awesome benching, seems a nice guy too. "thank you very much"!
i love this man
Thank YOU very much.
It's great seeing someone doing a "heavy" workout and enjopying it, without a bench shirt and 6 guys having to massage his ego. Just from the video clips it seems he has the ability, and the personality to go with it. And the comments he comes up with, makes for a fun and enjoyable workout atmosphere...all with being a very serious lifter. Keep up the good work, and GET OUT OF THE WAY!!!
Raw power good deal fam.
Best. Bench in the word
thank you very much!
nice guy, great commentary - syperb!
One of the greatest benchers of all time. Not only by numbers, but also by personality.
Ty for making 315 a little warm up........
I've got a new hero!!
Thank you very much
Kali Muscle take notes!!
He is awesome
yea i dlike also see more videos of him he is so great!
he reminds me of Michael Clarke duncan which passed away one week ago..he was also big big guy massive and so kind...with great personality like james..
Hahaha, this guy is awesome! I just love his attitude. He's funny and seems like a really nice guy. :). Inspiration.
"Thank you very much, get out the way!" haha.
greatest bench ever no question ask fact
Bill Kazmaier was pause repping 600 for 6 reps
+Mitchell Hogue yeah but bills best bench was 661, while big James best was 711...James was the stronger bencher, but I'll say that bill was the overall stronger man
Bill never even worked up to his potential he quit when he just got started.
James Henderson you are a beast!
natural power, luv him.
James Henderson lifted in USPF and there is proper PRESS -command. Scott Mendelson didnt stop the bar at his chest eventhough he had a "PRESS"
-command and his lift would have been disqualified in USPF. James is still the bench Nr. One!
600lbs x 3 with no sign of struggle. Say whatcha want. That’s fuckin strong
I love the “thank you” mid rep after the handoff lol
soo strong, nice!
I remember being a kid and seeing him put up 700 on the power team
"Get out da way" LOL... Big J is the man!
i really like james!!!!!! he's a cool down to earth dude who is funny.i love his little jokes.
Hey James,Great Video. I came by this page in the strangest way. I always loved the weight lifting/workout pants we had back in the 70's. Fashions usually cycle back in every 7-9 yrs. I think it time 2 bring back those crazy color weight lifting pants with the emblem right below belly button. U should re-introduce the line. Gotta have a wife beater Tee shirt 2 only we'll have them in colors! We'll be richer than the Beverly Hillbillies! Keep up the good work & God Bless big guy. Peace Debi
lol after the lift off "thank you very much", "get out of the way" lol
PURE POWER‼️‼️‼️
Straight up monster.
beast!!
just joined All American in Jan. Lifting in the 198class, entering my second competition this saturday. Dog shaved his head sense this video
that damn bar is about to fucking snap in 1/2