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Sandbag Clean & Jerk

Strongman-style sandbag clean to the shoulder followed by a leg-driven overhead jerk.

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Sandbag Clean & Jerk demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCalvesCoreUpper BackShouldersTricepsForearms

Equipment

Sandbag

Sets × reps

4 × 5

Rest

2 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand over the sandbag, hinge down, and secure a strong grip.
  2. 02Extend your hips and knees to lap the bag, then regrip and roll it onto your right shoulder.
  3. 03Stabilize the shoulder load, brace your trunk, and set your feet beneath you.
  4. 04Dip and drive through your legs to send the bag overhead, receiving it with both arms extended.
  5. 05Stand fully, then lower the bag safely to your shoulder and floor.

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