Exercise library · Shoulders
Barbell Clean and Press
The Barbell Clean and Press is a barbell exercise that targets the shoulders, with the traps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
Step by step
- Stand with feet hip-width apart and grip the barbell just outside shoulder width.
- Pull the bar upward explosively, driving through your legs and hips.
- Catch the bar on your shoulders in a partial squat position.
- Stand tall, then press the bar overhead by extending your arms fully.
- Lower the bar back to your shoulders with control.
- Drop the bar back to the starting position safely.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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