Squat Clean
Advanced
Clean variation emphasizing a full-depth front squat catch to build positional strength and pulling speed.
Muscle Groups
glutesquadscorehamstringstrapsupper back
Equipment
barbell
Coaching Cues
- 1Pull yourself under the bar quickly after full hip extension
- 2Catch deep with elbows high and chest up
- 3Stand out of the squat keeping elbows up
Standards
- 1Bar is received in a full-depth front squat
- 2Elbows stay high in the front rack throughout the catch and stand
- 3Full hip and knee extension to complete the rep
Scaling Options
- •Power Clean
- •Front Squat