What muscles does the Barbell Clean Pull work?

The Barbell Clean Pull mainly works the glutes, hamstrings and traps.

How many sets and reps of the Barbell Clean Pull?

3 to 6 sets of 1 to 3 reps at a weight you can move fast, resting 2 to 3 minutes. Speed and position come before load: end the set when the bar slows down or the catch gets sloppy.

What can I do instead of the Barbell Clean Pull?

45-Degree Hip Extension, 90-90 Hip Stretch, Band Hip Thrust and Band Monster Walk work the same main muscle.

Barbell Clean Pull

Pull the bar from the floor with a powerful hip extension and shrug, staying over the bar without racking it.

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Muscles worked: Glutes, Hamstrings, Traps
Equipment: Barbell
Movement: Olympic lifting

Sets and reps

3 to 6 sets of 1 to 3 reps at a weight you can move fast, resting 2 to 3 minutes.
Speed and position come before load: end the set when the bar slows down or the catch gets sloppy.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the glutes, for when the barbell is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Barbell Clean Pull work?: The Barbell Clean Pull mainly works the glutes, hamstrings and traps.
What equipment do you need for the Barbell Clean Pull?: A barbell.
How many sets and reps of the Barbell Clean Pull?: 3 to 6 sets of 1 to 3 reps at a weight you can move fast, resting 2 to 3 minutes. Speed and position come before load: end the set when the bar slows down or the catch gets sloppy.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Clean Pull?: 45-Degree Hip Extension, 90-90 Hip Stretch, Band Hip Thrust and Band Monster Walk work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Barbell Clean Pull to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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