Power Clean Technique Quiz

What are the three phases of the power clean?

• First pull, second pull, third pull

• Lift, squat, press

• Push, pull, jerk

• Snatch, clean, jerk

During the first pull, what is crucial for lifting the barbell off the floor?

• Opening the hips immediately

• Getting the knees out of the way

• Keeping the elbows high

• Using a wide grip

What should be avoided during the second pull to ensure efficiency?

• Activating high elbows

• Driving the hips forward

• Keeping the barbell close

• Maintaining a straight line

In the third pull, what is the recommended position for receiving the barbell?

• With a tight grip and barbell away from the shoulders

• With elbows high and barbell close to the midline

• With feet close together and barbell overhead

• With elbows low and barbell far from the body

What is suggested to practice before adding weight to the barbell?

• Skipping the warm-up

• Practicing with a partner

• Starting with a heavy barbell

• Using a PVC pipe or broomstick