Clean and Press (Barbell)

Also known as: Clean and Press (Barbell).

A barbell clean from the floor followed by an overhead press.

How to perform this exercise

1. Start with a lightly loaded barbell over the midfeet on the floor, feet about hip width, knees and hips bent, spine neutral and arms long in an overhand grip just outside the knees.
2. Extend the legs and hips to clean the bar into a stable front rack, stand tall and press overhead. Lower to the shoulders and return the bar to the floor under control. Learn the clean technique before combining the movements; take the time needed to maintain controlled technique.