There is no reason to suggest a 5 inch distance from head to bar, the only reason lifters choose a wide grip is so that the bar does not have to be displaced vertically as far, allowing them to lift more weight. Some coaches advocate performing snatches with a clean grip, including Mike Boyle.
basically take a grip that means when you are standing holding the bar at arms length the bar will rest on your hip strike area
Myself0101 3 years ago 2
Try doing an overhead squat with a clean grip ;)
triisgaard 4 years ago 2
There is no reason to suggest a 5 inch distance from head to bar, the only reason lifters choose a wide grip is so that the bar does not have to be displaced vertically as far, allowing them to lift more weight. Some coaches advocate performing snatches with a clean grip, including Mike Boyle.
mark6658 4 years ago
The bar is should only be about 5 inches from your head at the end of the lift, try taking a wider grip.
chris41188 4 years ago 2