Power Clean from Blocks

What it is

From blocks, this barbell exercise builds explosive power. You will perform a dynamic pull to lift the weight from an elevated position to your shoulders. It primarily engages your hamstrings, with strong support from your quadriceps.

Technique tips

• Start with your shoulders slightly in front of the bar.
• Maintain a straight back throughout the initial pull.
• Drive through your heels to initiate movement.
• Extend hips, knees, and ankles for explosive power.
• Aggressively shrug and pull yourself under the bar.
• Rack the bar onto your shoulders with elbows up.

How to track your progress

Log the weight and reps of each set. Straddly turns every set into an estimated one-rep max, so a heavier single and a strong set of eight both count as progress, and it flags a personal record the moment you beat your best.