Elbow Position

Olypic style weightlifting - correct elbow position

Correct elbow position

Applicable lifts and exercises

Clean and Jerk Clean Hang Cleans Front Squat

Olympic style weightlifting - elbows too low

Elbows too low

Olympic style weightlifting - elbows too low

Elbows too low

Shoulder rest with adequate flexibility

Bar can rest on shoulders with adequate flexibility

Shoulder rest with adequate flexibility

Bar can rest on shoulders with adequate flexibility

Exercise Directory | Olympic Lifts

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