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Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean

How to do the Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

CompoundKettlebellsIntermediatePull
Primary muscles

Shoulders

Secondary

Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back, Traps

Equipment

Kettlebells

Step by step

How to do the Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean

  1. 1

    Place two kettlebells between your feet. To get in the starting position, push your butt back and look straight ahead.

  2. 2

    Clean the kettlebells to your shoulders by extending through the legs and hips as you raise the kettlebells towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrists as you do so.

  3. 3

    Lower the kettlebells back to the starting position and repeat.

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FAQ

Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean: common questions

What muscles does the Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean work?

The Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean primarily works the Shoulders. It also recruits the Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back and Traps as supporting muscles.

Is the Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean suitable for beginners?

The Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.

What equipment do I need for the Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean?

To do the Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean you'll need one or more kettlebells.

Is the Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean a compound or isolation exercise?

The Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.

How do I do the Two-Arm Kettlebell Clean with correct form?

Place two kettlebells between your feet. To get in the starting position, push your butt back and look straight ahead. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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