Exercise

Alternating Hang Clean

Also known as: kettlebell alternating clean, double KB clean, hang clean alternating

Alternating Hang Clean — position 1Alternating Hang Clean — position 2

Alternating Hang Clean is a compound exercise for the hamstrings. Main target: biceps femoris. Also works: biceps short head, medial gastrocnemius, forearm flexors, gluteus maximus, lower back and traps. Equipment: kettlebell.

EquipmentKettlebell
TypeCompound (multi-joint)
MovementPull
CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

How to do it

  1. Place two kettlebells between your feet. To get in the starting position, push your butt back and look straight ahead.
  2. Clean one kettlebell to your shoulder and hold on to the other kettlebell in a hanging position. Clean the kettlebell to your shoulder by extending through the legs and hips as you pull the kettlebell towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrist as you do so.
  3. Lower the cleaned kettlebell to a hanging position and clean the alternate kettlebell. Repeat.

Similar exercises

Double Kettlebell Alternating Hang Clean
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Kettlebell Dead Clean
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Lunge Pass Through
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One-Arm Kettlebell Clean
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One-Arm Open Palm Kettlebell Clean
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Alternatives with other equipment

Stiff-Legged Dumbbell Deadlift
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Natural Glute Ham Raise
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Reverse Hyperextension
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Romanian Deadlift from Deficit
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Smith Machine Hang Power Clean
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Axle Deadlift
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