Smith Machine Hang Power Clean

This explosive lift builds total-body power with support from the Smith machine’s guided path.

Instructions

1. Set the bar to knee height and grip it slightly wider than shoulder width.
2. With a straight back and soft knees, begin by pushing your hips back to load tension in your hamstrings.
3. Extend your hips and knees powerfully to drive the bar upward.
4. As the bar rises, quickly drop under it and rotate your elbows forward to catch it at shoulder height.
5. Stand up fully to complete the movement, then reset and repeat.