Barbell Power Clean

Barbell Power Clean demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand tall near a barbell with your back straight and feet shoulder-width apart.
  • 2Lean forward and grab the barbell with an overhand grip and hands shoulder-width apart while bending your knees.
  • 3Raise the barbell to your knees while lifting your hips, straighten your legs and bring it to your waist.
  • 4Lastly, lean back and take the barbell to your chest while bending your wrists and slowly bringing your elbows under it.

Tips:

  • Maintain the standard curve of your back while leaning forward.
  • Place the barbell close to your shins.
  • Keep your core tight while pulling the barbell.
  • Maintain a regular breathing pattern and avoid breath-holding.

Barbell Power Clean Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs