So I am taking a step back to re-evaluate some of my training as I finish up this deload. To clarify I am a powerlifter so if you are more of a bodybuilder also appreciate your critique but it might not be as relevant. I have been running a program that I developed a couple of years ago and I have made consistent progress everywhere–except for my bench. Friends have also had amazing luck with it, but I know it is time to change something to get my bench moving. (8 week program here: 26 Powerlifting and Powerbuilding Programs | FREE Downloads).
Open to hear from some strong lifters in here but a couple of ideas I had in mind to start was dropping intensity on the squats, keep volume the same, and then use that extra “recovery ability” on bench/bench accessory movements.
If you’re looking to increase your bench in the context of a powerlifting program, you need to bench more (at an appropriate volume and intensity). You’re posting on Barbell Medicine so you’ll get biased answers here favouring their programs, because we think they are great and well thought out. Their 12 Week Strength Template might be the best way to maximise and increase your bench (it has you benching three times per week), but if you are unfamiliar with their training philosophy I would highly recommend you read “The Bridge” ebook and even run it to learn RPE first.