Unstoppable by Design

Strict Press Mastery: The Truth Teller of Overhead Strength


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Stop hiding your shoulder weakness behind a mini-squat. We break down why the strict press is the ultimate "truth teller" of upper body movements.


Join Matt and Anna Terry as they explore the technical cues, everyday benefits, and the mindset needed to build raw, functional overhead power.


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Inside the Episode:

0:00 Intro: Why it's the "Truth-Teller"

1:46 Real-life applications: From overhead bins to kayaking

3:37 Rooted Floor-to-Ceiling: The technical setup

5:05 "All the Chins": Pushing past the least sexy movement

6:25 Benefits for longevity and aesthetic "shoulder looks"

8:27 The #1 Mistake: Avoiding the "Banana Back"

10:21 Core-to-Extremity: Why tension equals strength

11:54 The Unstoppable Challenge: 5 Perfect Reps


Why the Strict Press Matters


We dive deep into why this foundational CrossFit movement is about more than just bodybuilding. Whether you are putting away Christmas decorations, lifting a suitcase into an overhead bin, or aiming for long-term rotator cuff health, the strict press is your blueprint for independent living at 80 and beyond.


Learn Matt’s signature "Listen to the Gains" cue and Anna’s "Screwing in the lightbulb" foot tension technique to ensure your next overhead session is efficient, safe, and powerful.


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Unstoppable by DesignBy Matt Terry