Friday : Push Press & Davis

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Push Press for 3 sets of 3 reps today as introduction.

This lift is a progression in the presses that starts by the Shoulder Press also knows as Strict Press and ends with the Push Jerk.

The CrossFit Level 1 says :

“These lifts are enormous aids to developing the power zone which include the hip flexors & extensors (glute & hams), spinal erectors and quadriceps.

Also the Push Press and Push Jerk develop power and speed which are “king” in sport performance.

As we move into this progression the importance of “core to extremity” muscle recruitment is learned and reinforced.”

So what is this “core to extremity” concept about?

Here is what we can read on the blog of CrossFit Invictus about that :

“The core serves as a muscular corset that works as a unit to provide stability both with and without movement. All motions are generated from the core and translated to the extremities.”

“Core to extremity means that the bridge that connects your upper body to your lower body is tight and secure with no loose ends and no broken beams. The midline is the bridge that allows efficient and safe force transfer.”

“The concept of core to extremity is extremely important if your goal is to remain injury free, lift heavier loads, and maximize your potential. If the risk of injury from putting yourself into compromised positions is not enough for you, then know that you will be able to lift more weight, and you will be able to maintain technique over the course of an exhausting conditioning session if you apply the core to extremity principle and strive to stay away from the violations.”