Video Demo: Strict Press

‘I’m quite sure the first thing ever done with a barbell was a standing press, because it is the logical thing to do with a barbell.’

-The CrossFit Journal Articles (#45)

Now that we’ve fully covered squats, our video demo series is moving on to presses! We’re starting with the strict press.

Pushing a bar over your head is one of the most basic, obvious, functional movements, but just because the movement is simple doesn’t mean it can’t be tough. The strict press develops both upper body strength and your core.

This week Coach Kirsten offers up tips for correctly executing your strict press as well as common errors to avoid. Next up: push press.

Be sure to check out our other video demos and subscribe on YouTube to keep up with the series!

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