What muscles does Clean and Jerk (Barbell) work?

Clean and Jerk (Barbell) primarily works the Quads, Glutes, Front Delts, Triceps Lateral Head. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings, Upper Traps, Lower Back, Upper Abs, Serratus.

What equipment do I need for Clean and Jerk (Barbell)?

Clean and Jerk (Barbell) uses Barbell. You can track your sets, reps and progress for this exercise in the FitNotes X app.

How do I perform Clean and Jerk (Barbell) with correct form?

1. Clean bar to front rack position 2. Dip and drive legs 3. Split or squat under bar 4. Lock bar overhead 5. Recover feet together

Is Clean and Jerk (Barbell) a full body exercise?

Yes, Clean and Jerk (Barbell) is categorized under Full Body in the FitNotes X exercise library. Browse more full body exercises at https://fitnotesx.com/exercises/?cat=Full%20Body.

Clean and Jerk (Barbell)

Olympic lift: clean to shoulders then jerk overhead.

Technique

Clean bar to front rack position
Dip and drive legs
Split or squat under bar
Lock bar overhead
Recover feet together
Two-part Olympic lift
Requires extensive coaching

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