greg glassman chipper

Written by Greg Glassman, Published March 2003 "It is CrossFit’s contention that cops and soldiers are professional athletes. In fact, we argue that the physical preparedness required of military combat - and by extension law enforcement - matches and regularly surpasses that required of Olympic athletes." - Greg Glassman

"As the athlete moves from shoulder press, to push press, to push jerk, the importance of core to extremity muscle recruitment is learned and reinforced. This concept alone would justify the practice and training of these lifts." - Greg Glassman

CrossFit Journal Article:

http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/PushpressJan03.pdf