Reactive Sling Shot Mark Bell Bench Press, Dips, and Push Ups – (Level 2 Tension)

Works exactly as advertised. I hurt my shoulder about a year ago, which limited any sort of chest exercises to very light weights. I used the Slingshot for the first time today and it did, indeed allow me to bench, decline bench, and use a chest press machine with loads I have not dared go near in a year with very little shoulder discomfort. My focus was protecting the injured shoulder, but I can also see how this would assist in training by helping when most needed - kind of like a built in spotter at the low sticking point. Some will also like the ego kick as it allows a very significant increase in max weight - for me, probably 50 pounds (but I was not testing for that). I would also guess that it helps people with longer arms - like me, 6'5" - more (makes sense). I bought the 2XL - my take is that they run on the small side - my biceps are about 17" and there is no extra room in the cuff.

So far, so good for rehabbing my shoulder and still being able to bench. Best part is I can bench so much more with this thing on:)

As a teen I injured my shoulders due to improper form and heavy lifting. If I exceed 200 pushups my left shoulder begins to throb cause my left arm to weaken. If I attempt to do dips the same shoulder feel like it’s gonna pop out and again throb in pain. This sling feels great, no pain, and lore opportunities to work out!

I had a mild shoulder separation injury, and found this slingshot device from a youtube search.The inventor Mark Bell markets this as a tool to use after your working set, to crank out some extra reps at heavier weight to exhaustion.Instead I warm-up, then use this device for the first few sets, to help ensure my technique is in good form. Then after a few sets when I don't feel any strain in my shoulder or triceps, I take off the band to try a regular set, after the band conditioned me on proper form.So far this device has helped me improve my pressing technique, and so I no longer feel strain in my left shoulder, after the device helped guide me on not pulling back my shoulders too far in the press.I can press 225 lbs for 8 reps with the band, and without the band I was able to press 225 lbs x 5 reps (clean reps, not forced).Note if your arms are already muscular, and you have defined triceps, you may need a size larger. My body weight was 177 lbs and I ordered a Large size, but it was too tight to fit around my arms, as I work out my triceps a lot. So I ordered the Extra-Large XL and it fit much better. Ideally one should fit the slingshot band so its above your elbows and if you bend your arms it does not press up too much against the cuffs.

This is my 3rd blue slingshot. I also have 2 reds. Well worth the money.

Good product. Very useful

I bought this because I heard it helps if you have shoulder pain. I wanted to be able to keep benching a decent amount of weight . I wasn’t sure if this would actually work but lo and behold. It’s been a game changer . I combine this with mad spotter hooks for a seamless experience. The customer service is excellent. I had an issue with my last band and they took care of it immediately. I’ll continue to use this band for now. I’m curious to see how my shoulders will feel if I do not use it however I’ve been using this for the last year and I think it’s great and it will allow you to keep benching.

Used once so far. Absolutely a game changer for relieving shoulder pain during benching. I had been struggling to bench often because of my right shoulder. My max was 240, lately struggled to hit 225. With the Slingshot I hit 255, then put 225 up for 6 reps. Not one bit of pain!!! It takes just a bit of stress off of you at the most stretched out position and helps reinforce good form. 100% worth the money.