Hi there,

Little bit of history, I tweaked my shoulder a couple of years ago from either dips and/or improper form on the bench, and I subsequently laid off and went after bodyweight exercises (pushups, pullups, etc.). After a few years have passed, I'm wanting to get back to the bench press.

However, I go to a different gym now and lack of a spotter is an issue. There are two nice large power racks in the gym, and I'm wondering if these will work in lieu of a spotter (i.e. setting the safety pins so I get about 2 - 3 inches max above my chest on the bench). Bench has always been a weak spot for me, so it would help if this works.

Might be a stupid question, pls forgive but this is something I've never tried - planning on trying it tomorrow unless there is a good reason not to.