Push Press (Exercise)

Authors

Affiliations

Nate Yomogida, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.S. in Kinesiology

Chloë Kerstein, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.A. in Neuroscience

Setup

• Bar in front racked position
• Grip slightly wider than shoulder width
• Elbows slightly in front

Action

• Dip knees and hips
• Extend hips/knees and press bar OH and return

Key points

• Legs stay straight
• Ribs stay down
• Shoulders by ears at top
• Knuckles up
• Proper pelvic position during dip

Faults

• Legs bend
• Rib flare
• Shoulder position at top
• Wrist extended
• Poor pelvic position

Treatment Principles

• Pre reqs:
  • Midline strength
  • Scapulothoracic control