Kettlebell exercise: Circular Cleans

I've only seen Steve Maxwell do this for developing grip and shoulder strength. Obviously if you have problems with your shoulder, elbow, wrist, etc. you should consult your doctor before attempting this.

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[ishoa1]

this looks really bad tech for your back

[vincechoo]

There is a Greco Roman wrestler who practices this doing 100 reps per side or something on a regular basis. He is one of many people who advocate circular cleans and the benefits for posture, back strength and lats development in a traction/circular exercise.

[vincechoo]

For this particular exercise, it's best attempted after understand how to do the correct Clean & Rack. This is a supplementary exercise that I would do for fun/variety and not a standard workout.

You can always use a much lighter weight to prevent shoulder injuries.

[bondi5000]

Looks great but it can't do your forearm much good! :-)

[vincechoo]

Thanks for the comment. I don't hurt the forearm as the timing is similar to the regular cleans. I'm more aware of my shoulder rather than the forearm.

[bladesaint21]

Thanks..First time Ive seen this w/ Kbells. Interesting..I must give it a try.

[kdeadlulz]

Thanks, my brachioradialis hate you now.

[yahouaz]

do this with a lighter bell or you might need a new jaw

[slightseconds]

like any exercise you have to do quite a few sets to get the feel for them kettle bell workouts are great a combination of strength and cardio you wont hurt your forearm if you do the exercise as shown

[ishoa1]

cool i will have to look it up.

[SakoYo]

It's actually one of my staple kettlebell workouts along with the snatch. It's very functional for strength and balance while wrestling or clinch fighting.

[newbeerunner]

Does the kettle bell hurts when it hits you though? i been wanting to try the kettle bell workout, but looks like it could hurt  my shoulder the way you have to sling the kettle bell!