Run the round

How to play Bench Deadline Race

Step 1

Set a bench target in weight x reps for a 6 to 10-week window. Spotter-verified final attempts decide the winner.

Step 2

Judge the bench result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the bench setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

Set a bench target in weight x reps for a 6 to 10-week window. Spotter-verified final attempts decide the winner. Hit the target early and call a pressure rematch for bonus points. Format: 1v1 or group.

Example: Set a bench target in weight x reps for a 6 to 10-week window. Spotter-verified final attempts decide the winner.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Rewarding speed over form or comparing unlike modifications. Keep the posted standard visible.

Safety: Warm up, allow modifications and opt-outs, stop on pain or dizziness, and keep medical advice outside the activity.

Best for

Who it fits

2-10 who want a 4-12 weeks round.

Energy

Pace

Medium

Board Fitness Progress

Category Strength Progress

Best for 2-10 who want a 4-12 weeks round.

Players 2-10

Time 4-12 weeks

Gear Progress note, timer if needed, and activity-specific equipment

Space Safe workout or check-in area

Energy Medium

Setup Start from Fitness Progress Board and tell the group the activity is Bench Deadline Race.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Bench Deadline Race also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Bench Deadline Race from Studboards. Set a bench target in weight x reps for a 6 to 10-week window. Spotter-verified final attempts decide the winner. Fits: Players: 2-10 | Time: 4-12 weeks | Gear: Progress note, timer if needed, and activity-specific equipment Safety: Warm up, allow modifications and opt-outs, stop on pain or dizziness, and keep medical advice outside the activity. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/boards/fitness-progress/fitness-progress-bench-deadline-race.html

Bench Deadline Race

Quick start.