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Full body
Kettlebell Clean
- Primary muscle
- Full body
- Also works
- Glutes, Hamstrings, Back
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Movement pattern
- Carry & conditioning
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Hinge and hike the kettlebell back, then drive your hips to pull it up along your body. Guide the bell around your wrist to land softly in the rack position at your shoulder rather than banging your forearm. Lower under control and repeat before switching sides.
Video demo coming soon.
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Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the full body — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
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No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the full body: