1. Regress to Progress: Accessory Exercise for Olympic Cleans www.fitnessprofessionalonline.com Exercise technique is paramount for all modalities of fitness but especially when doing Olympic lifts such as the clean, clean jerk and snatch. These movements are a combination of strength, timing and power.

2. Regress to Progress: Accessory Exercise for Olympic Cleans www.fitnessprofessionalonline.com 1. Start with arms extended at shoulder height and palms facing in. 2. Barbell needs to be placed on the front deltoids 3. Do not allow your arms to fall below shoulder height and it’s important to keep the elbows locked and palms facing in with thumbs up. 4. Your feet will be slightly wider than your hips. After you balance the barbell, inhale and begin to squat. It’s important to keep your knees aligned with your feet. We call this tracking. Balance Barbell Front Squat

3. Balance Barbell Front Squat www.fitnessprofessionalonline.com Regress to Progress: Accessory Exercise for Olympic Cleans

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6. Olympic lifting is very effective for metabolic training, strength, and conditioning. Regression of an exercise may be the missing link in improving your technique. So don’t be afraid to regress to progress! www.fitnessprofessionalonline.com Regress to Progress: Accessory Exercise for Olympic Cleans

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