Push-Press is a basic exercise for activating the core of the body and proper transfer of force from the bottom to the upper extremities. The core of our body is the “body zone”. Push-Press training requires a very strong power belt as well as very good coordination for the transition from push to push.
3 sets of shoulder presses, ⅔ body weight
3 sets of strict pull-ups
3 sets of push presses, ⅔ body weight
3 sets of strict pull-ups
3 sets of push jerks, ⅔ body weight
3 sets of strict pull-ups
Rest 30 sec. between sets.
Post reps completed to comments.
Scaling:
Reduce the load on the barbell movements and choose a pull-up modification that allows you to complete at least 10 reps of each when fresh. Newer athletes should reduce the total volume of this workout.
Intermediate Option:
For total reps:
3 sets of shoulder presses, ½ body weight
3 sets of strict pull-ups
3 sets of push presses, ½ body weight
3 sets of strict pull-ups
3 sets of push jerks, ½ body weight
3 sets of strict pull-ups
Rest 30 sec. between sets.
Beginner Option:
For total reps:
2 sets of shoulder presses, empty barbell
2 sets of assisted pull-ups
2 sets of push presses, empty barbell
2 sets of assisted pull-ups
2 sets of push jerks, empty barbell
2 sets of assisted pull-ups
Post rounds completed to comments.
Compare to 180208.
Scaling
This workout is moderately heavy and very fast. Pick loads that are challenging but still allow you to complete each set unbroken. If you are unsure of loading, go lighter and go faster.
Intermediate Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 5 min. of:
3 deadlifts
7 push presses
Complete as many rounds as possible in 12 minutes of:
3 rope climbs, 15 ft.
12 push presses
50 double-unders
♀ 95 lb. ♂ 135 lb.
Post rounds completed to comments.
Compare to 170226.
Scaling:
Modify the movements and reduce the load so you can keep moving through this workout at high intensity.
Intermediate Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 12 minutes of:
2 rope climbs, 15 ft.
12 push presses
50 double-unders
♀ 75 lb. ♂ 115 lb.
Beginner Option:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 12 minutes of:
3 rope climbs, lying to standing
12 push presses
50 single-unders
♀ 35 lb. ♂ 55 lb.
Post rounds completed to comments.
Compare to 120308.
See below for examples of what to expect in this year’s CrossFit Open for the scaled, equipment-free, and foundations versions of the workouts. Learn more at Games.CrossFit.com.
Scaled:
Complete as many rounds as possible in 18 minutes of:
15 box jumps or step-ups
12 push presses
9 hanging knee-raises
Scaling:
Most athletes can perform this workout as prescribed. Newer athletes should focus on maintaining sound mechanics rather than trying for max loads.
100 hang power snatches
100 push presses
100 sumo deadlift high pulls
100 front squats
♀ 45 lb. ♂ 65 lb.
Post time to comments.
Scaling:
Choose a weight that is appropriately light and plan to break each exercise into multiple sets. Like with her cousin Angie, the goal for Andi is to finish all 400 reps as quickly as possible, so take short breaks that allow continuous movement.
Intermediate Option:
100 hang power snatches
100 push presses
100 sumo deadlift high pulls
100 front squats
♀ 35 lb. ♂ 45 lb.
Beginner Option:
50 hang power snatches
50 push presses
50 sumo deadlift high pulls
50 front squats