Alternating Hang Clean

Muscle Groups

Primary Muscles:

hamstrings

Secondary Muscles:

biceps calves forearms glutes lower back traps

Exercise Demonstration

Demonstration of Alternating Hang Clean exercise showing proper form and technique Alternative demonstration of Alternating Hang Clean exercise

Description:

Place two kettlebells between your feet. To get in the starting position, push your butt back and look straight ahead. Clean one kettlebell to your shoulder and hold on to the other kettlebell in a hanging position. Clean the kettlebell to your shoulder by extending through the legs and hips as you pull the kettlebell towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrist as you do so. Lower the cleaned kettlebell to a hanging position and clean the alternate kettlebell. Repeat.

Exercise Information

Category: strength
Equipment: kettlebells
Level: intermediate
Force Type: pull
Mechanic: compound