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StrengthKettlebell

Kettlebell Hang Clean

Intensity
3–5 reps
MET
6energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Quads11%
  • Biceps11%
  • Forearms11%
  • Shoulders11%
  • Calves11%
  • Glutes11%
  • Hamstrings11%
  • Chest11%
  • Abs12%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Keep your elbow close to your ribs as you pull under the bell.

  1. 1

    Start with feet shoulder-width apart, kettlebell in front of you.

  2. 2

    Hinge at the hips and grab the kettlebell with one hand.

  3. 3

    Swing the kettlebell back between your legs.

  4. 4

    Quickly reverse the direction and drive the kettlebell up to your shoulder.

  5. 5

    Rotate your wrist as you bring the kettlebell to the rack position.

  6. 6

    Lower the kettlebell back to the starting position and repeat.

Expert tip

Focus on a smooth transition from the swing to the rack position, using your hips to generate momentum.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Curling the kettlebell up with the biceps
  • ✕Rounding the back during the hip hinge
  • ✕Letting the kettlebell crash onto the forearm
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