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Clean and Press (Barbell)

Also called Clean and Press, BB Clean and Press

How to do it

Take a shoulder-width stance with the knees inside the arms and the bar over mid-foot. Pull the bar from the floor and clean it to the front rack, reset the feet and brace, then press it overhead to a full lockout before returning it to the shoulders and the floor.

Setup

Start as a deadlift with the bar over mid-foot. Clean to the front rack, reset the feet and brace, then press overhead.

Where you should feel it

The whole body — legs and back to get it to the shoulders, shoulders and triceps to finish overhead.

When to use it

A full-body strength and conditioning lift. Keep reps low and technique sharp; it is a poor choice when fatigued.

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