BARBELL CLEAN & JERK

We utilize many different training tools and exercises in our CrossFit workouts. Clean and jerk is an exercise that requires large muscle groups and small muscles to work in concert together.

The core to extremity formula is involved in most athletic movements and is required when performing the clean and jerk. It requires concentration and many reps of practice before mastering the movements.





The first part of the CL & J is the full squat clean. It is beneficial because of the large muscles that work in a dynamic fashion. Full cleans are a strong pulling movement followed by a front squat that will work the muscles in the hips, legs, back, shoulders and arms.

Being able to move a significant amount of load using these parts of the body in a dynamic fashion also forces the nervous system to work much harder than other exercises.