Overview The push jerk—dip, drive, and re‑dip under the bar—sits between the push press and split jerk in the Olympic‑lifting hierarchy. It allows heavier loads than a strict press or push press because you reposition your body under the bar instead of pressing it the whole way. Mastering the push jerk teaches rapid power transfer from legs to bar, sharp timing, and aggressive lockout—skills essential for CrossFit met‑cons and for lifters transitioning to the split jerk. How

When it comes to measuring strength, the one-rep max (1RM) is often seen as the gold standard. It’s pretty clear to see why - the heavier you can lift, the stronger you are, right? Gym-goers can wear that 1RM number as a badge of honor, a clear indicator of the progress they’ve made. But is pursuing a single max rep a double-edged sword? The Risks of 1 Rep Max Testing The 1RM is not without risk and may impede training progress. The intense effort required to lift your absolu