Kettlebell Hang Clean

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Instructions:

  • 1Begin by standing with a kettlebell between your feet, your knees slightly bent
  • 2Bend at the hips, grabbing the handle with both hands, then straighten up to a standing position
  • 3Pull the kettlebell up to your stomach, keeping your elbows close and pointing upwards
  • 4From there, dip slightly at the knees and use your arms to direct the kettlebell up to your shoulder
  • 5Lower the kettlebell back to the starting position in a controlled manner

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight throughout the movement
  • The lifting action should start with a powerful hip drive
  • Closely control the kettlebell on the way down to prevent injury
  • Breath in as you lower the kettlebell and breath out as you lift

Kettlebell Hang Clean Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs