[VIDEO] The SECRET To Saving Any SPLIT JERK!
13 Minute VideoIn this video, we break down the SECRET to saving any Split Jerk!
Whether you're looking to improve your Clean and Jerk for CrossFit or become more confident and efficient at weightlifting, this video is for you.
Our primary goal is to execute with great technique but on heavy, third attempt Clean & Jerks we’ve all been there…
We know that things aren’t always going to be perfect.
We know that the weight is going to challenge your positions, challenge your confidence and we have to have mechanisms in our tool box to be able to rescue those attempts when need be.
TIMESTAMPS
0:58 - Overview
1:38 - Most Common Jerk Errors
2:54 - Fault #1: Errors in Dip
3:05 - Fix: Tension Assigned In Upper Back
3:38 - Fix: Weight Stays Back Over The Ankles
4:03 - Fix: Tempo & Staying Connected
4:20 - How To Analyze Your Jerk Video
4:51 - Fault #2: Your Drive is Off
5:15 - Fix: Legs Drive The Bar, Hands Drive The Body
5:49 - Maddison Pannell 108kg (238lb) Jerk
6:32 - Fix: Confidence In Your Finish
6:58 - Fault #3: Your Split Is Unstable
7:21 - Kelly Wild 119kg (262lb) Jerk
7:50 - Fix: Relax Your Hands / A-Frame Split
10:08 - Most Important Fix: Anchor & Step Out
10:45 - Wes Kitts 223kg (492lb) Clean & Jerk
12:00 - Summary
12:32 - Blooper
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