Shoulder Press, Push Press, Push Jerk

Question 1

What muscle groups comprise of the “power zone?”

Answer 1

Hip flexors
Hip extensors (Glutes and hams)
Spinal erectors
Quadriceps

Question 2

What is the core also known as?

Answer 2

The power zone

Question 3

Athletically, what is the abs main role in overhead lifts?

Answer 3

Midline stabilisation

Question 4

Summarise the “power zone’s” role throughout the:

• shoulder press
• push press
• push jerk

Answer 4

SP - stabilisation only.
PP - stability, primary speed in both dip and drive
PJ - the dip, drive, second dip and squat.

Question 5

What’s the weight difference in percentages between the shoulder press, push press and push jerk?

Answer 5

The push press will enable you to drive 30% more weight than the shoulder press.

The push jerk will enable you to drive 30% more weight than the push press.