Strength

One-Arm Kettlebell Clean

The one-arm kettlebell clean is an intermediate strength exercise for your hamstrings, using kettlebells.

Main muscles
Hamstrings
Also works
Glutes, Lower back, Shoulders, Traps
Equipment
Kettlebells
Level
Intermediate
One-Arm Kettlebell Clean, starting position
Start
One-Arm Kettlebell Clean, end position
Finish

How to do it

  1. Place a kettlebell between your feet. As you bend down to grab the kettlebell, push your butt back and keep your eyes looking forward.
  2. Clean the kettlebell to your shoulders by extending through the legs and hips as you raise the kettlebell towards your shoulder. The wrist should rotate as you do so.
  3. Return the weight to the starting position.

Alternatives to the one-arm kettlebell clean