Clean Pull Mid-Range
Overview
Clean Pull Mid-Range is an exercise that assists the beginner in developing postural control while raising the bar from the ground. The objective is for the beginner to appreciate that the hips and shoulders must rise together so that the angle of the back remains relatively the same. Accuracy is important, so both up and down movements of the bar should be slow and controlled.
Key Coaching Points
- Keep the range of movement strictly between mid-thigh (A) and just below the knee (B) for the whole set.
- Attempt to avoid any change of back angle as the bar is raised and lowered.
- As the bar is lowered past the knees, bend knees to ensure hips and shoulders move in unison and back angle does not change.
- Keep arms straight, and head still with eyes looking forward.
- Keep the bar touching the legs as much as possible.
- Move slowly and work on the accuracy of body positions.
