Check out this great explanation of the involvement of the abdominal muscles in pressing movements. How many of you have experienced back pain after heavy presses? Coach Starrett explains that midline stabilization breaks down when the athlete fails to drive the ribcage down, resulting in an over-extension of the spine. Do not let your ribcage fly away during the press. You are not a bird in flight!
You must anchor the ribcage by driving it down towards the floor.
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