| Position the bar across the front of your upper chest and shoulders. Try to keep your hands on the bar like your would in the catch phase of a power clean. This takes practice and flexibility in your wrists and shoulders! The most important thing is to keep your elbows facing forward throughout the movement. Your feet should be approximately shoulder width apart. Your toes can be straight ahead or pointed slightly outward. Also, keep your feet flat on the floor during the lift. Lower your body down by sitting your hips back and bending your knees. Try to go low enough so that your thighs are parallel to the floor. Exhale and drive the bar up. Remember to keep your elbows facing foward, and to maintain good posture with your head and chest up. |
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