How to do the Kettlebell Clean Exercise

The kettlebell clean is a basic exercise involving a single kettlebell. While relatively simple and straight forward, this exercise is slightly more technical than it looks.

Kettlebell training is one of the most efficient forms of training available. It has become the tool of choice for athletes, armed forces, and civilians alike due to its challenging nature. From increases in strength and endurance to fat loss and conditioning, the Kettlebell delivers. The Kettlebell provides the ultimate muscular and cardiovascular workout and will not fail in producing results.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Kettlebell

1. With your feet shoulder-width apart, position the kettlebell about a foot in front of you.

2. Grab the kettlebell, bending your hips with a slight bend in your knees.

3. Keep your back straight and your glutes tight throughout the duration of the exercise.

4. Pick up the kettlebell and swing between your legs, then swing the kettlebell forward to about chest level, using a hip-snapping motion.

5. Keeping your upper arm against your side and use a pulling up motion as if starting a lawn mower.

6. Immediately use an uppercut motion, having the kettlebell end up between your forearm and biceps.

Tips & Warnings

• The kettlebell does not go upside down during the exercise, but is rather positioned around your hand with the uppercut motion.
• The kettlebell should not be landing hard against your forearm. If it is, you are doing the exercise incorrectly.

Resources

• Kettlebell Clean Demonstration Video

[lmccray4]

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[benpauley]

on 3/7/2009 Great article. Sounds like an interesting way to stay healthy. *****