Kettlebell Clean Technique (How To Not Destroy Your Wrist & Arm)

I get this all the time - "How do I not beat the crap out of the back of my arm when I'm working with kettlebells?"
Thanks, Nick Noyes for the question.
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[@Guppygolden]

"Around the hand". Exactly right. The bottom of the KB never sees the ceiling. This tip helped my technique enormously.

[@burpeesandbells]

That's the best explanation and demonstration I've seen for a beginner. You've just saved me a whole heap of pain and frustration 😁🙏🙏

[@quintessential5145]

Agreed

[@markwinchester3005]

2nd ^ that x 1,000!

[@inglesconalan5360]

02:58 "That sucks, don´t do that" - great words of advice. Thanks Mark, I love your videos.

[@Deliciousobsessions]

Thank you so much for this! I have been struggling with this move. Can't wait to try again with your tips.

[@batnav10]

Thanks for the tips. It is like you have seen me clean a kettlebell because I gave done all the don'ts you point out.

[@mathewrolfe4081]

Damn, amazingly clear vid - never seen it this well explained. Thanks!

[@Shotgun467]

Always nice to hear someone who knows what he's talking about

[@sormadaa]

This is the best video i have come across. Really appreciate it. Thank you

[@yagamurth]

You just helped me saving my wrists, thank you!!

[@estelallanos9152]

Amazing drills, Mark! I've just practised them and this is another level now!!! Thank you!

[@jerannon]

Super helpful! Just starting to get into kettlebell workouts. I appreciate your guidance in these videos.👍🙏

[@SamNasrawi]

This the best explanation I have seen of this exercise i have ever seen. Great job.

[@Hanssupansnow]

That rotating movement solved my bad technique, thank you for explaining this so clearly! TOP!

[@uberjava]

I've watched quite a few Wildman videos in the last few days, like many, appreciating the brevity and accuracy of the information given. I've had kettlebells around me since 2006, quite a while, but I was never very happy with my clean technique. I didn't know why. After watching Mark's instructional, I have sorted out my elbow position, adjusted my wrist position and my cleans are much improved.. 14 years late... KZbin does what KZbin does and promoted a video to me about how to clean by a channel with 10 million subscribers (that's a huge amount of YT income), and after watching it, I can honestly say that my clean would of been just as bad as it was if I had followed it alone. The information gleaned from this channel is gold. Mr Wildman, you are appreciated!

[@jpipaj]

Hugh Lutley I’ve noticed that my technique has improved greatly but is there still a bit of tenderness that is expected from using bells. Is there slight hardening process involved when using bells in your experience

[@uberjava]

@@jpipaj I think what you will notice is that sometimes you get it right and the bell lands correctly but you can't always do the movement so cleanly. Every time you bang your forearms you must note that you fluffed that one up and really concentrate on the technique to get the next rep smooth. Eventually reps will get smoother and smoother. Remember, it's 10,000 reps to master a skill!

[@jpipaj]

Hugh Lutley thank you for your time and advice... I’m really enjoying using bells and I have a lot of work to do if I want to master it...lol... thank you Hugh

[@ayejaymofo]

I have been training with kettlebells for close to 2 decades, and have seen and read alot on them obviously with strength training being a passion of mine. I would have to say this is top tier and easily one of the best instructional videos I have seen on the clean. Good work sir.

[@healthleetprequel2014]

Finally a video that covers on my kettlebell problem.

[@rodprodgers9058]

hello, Mark Wildman, thank you for making available on your KZbin channel your techniques, routines and invaluable insights into kettlebell training - it’s no exaggeration to say that your down-to-earth, no-bullshit approach has inspired and motivated me, and has changed my life; the training videos are a joy and I look forward to every new post. I appreciate my increased functional strength and ability to deal with everyday physical challenges. Good for you, sir!

[@MarkWildman]

It does me good to hear it’s helping people

[@KCProcter]

DUDE! Thank you so much. I've struggled with the kettlebell for a while with it killing my forearm while in that top hold position and especially while doing an overhead press. Looking forward to trying this out.

[@catherinesingelsether3488]

I was doing that for so long because noone explained it. Form is so important for bells..thanks!!

[@alexguy7704]

This was probably the best no b/s technique video I’ve ever seen.

[@ScratchySpoon]

I'm new to kettlebells - Corona purchase. Very helpful advice mate. I''ll give this adjustment to my technique a go tomorrow. Thank you!

[@gjokoruzio]

Can confirm this statement. All new to me and just purchased a new set too. Before going wild it is very helpful to get your advise. Love the way you tried to title the video at the end. Thank you

[@alisonthea6828]

I just purchased one today. Excited to workout with it. Working wrongly could destroy you .Great one bro. Would give you a feedback in the evening.

[@bighappy177]

Same here glad i found this video

[@aafgahfah]

Same

[@calebtaylor2487]

Curious how the kettlebells are going for you 5 months later?

[@gregoryjamescohan6783]

Outstanding explanation and demo. Thanks Mark!

[@saudade315]

You are an angel on earth lol! This instantly fixed my wrist pain. Best video on KZbin on the subject. Thanks!

[@julietschutte966]

BEST video on these I have seen! Thank you!

[@spikenolin]

Best video I have seen yet on explaining clean technique. Thank you!

[@escobarrich8753]

I just noticed his collar this is a wild guy here

[@ward23]

Absolutely nuts

[@MarkWildman]

@chris123jack as god intended

[@knightrdrx]

nah the plain black hat. i think he does Costco food demos on the side

[@Rainpub]

what a madlad

[@ligmaballs0911]

@Escobar Rich he’s a WILD MAN.. lmao

[@brianscott6053]

Finally got it thanks to your fantastic explanation. Direct and to the point, nicely done

[@amymaschue3348]

This is great!! I have been doing this all wrong! Thank you for showing the hand position through the the entire movement! Such a game changer !!

[@peppydude9656]

This is the most detailed and clear instructions on snatch kettle bell

[@raymond.villaverde]

This is the best explanation on kettlebell clean i've seen. Thank you for this video.

[@anglerpocky]

Awesome tips! I'm just starting out and was doing this a lot! Thank you for the directions and good SEO on the vid title!

[@nicklee5541]

Loving these tutorials. Huge help. Thank you

[@mrhyde9063]

It’s exactly what I was looking for. I saw multiple instructional videos but none focused on the correct grip, thank you!

[@MrTsatour]

Great video Mark. Good information and well demonstrated.

[@traceyallen4351]

This video is gold. Thank you for explaining how to do a clean. Watched a lot of kbell vids on how to do a clean. This is the best.

[@C-G585]

This is the best explanation ive seen for this. Thanks for being raw, honest and a beast! cheers

[@dedicatedcyclist9936]

You are an awesome teacher Mark. Appreciating all your videos.

[@MadhuraMaddolkar]

Thank you. This helps in understanding the cleans so much

[@s.s.450]

Comprehensive and helpful info on a really basic but not so obvious move. Thanks for a video.

[@nortonfrickey1708]

Thank you for providing this information. Very helpful.

[@kevinr9065]

I thought this was one of the more informative videos. Thanks.

[@DominicZaidan]

I've had this problem and this is really helpful. Thanks so much for the great explanation and solution!

[@richardbolt6221]

I was doing all the wrong things you pointed out. Thanks, these tips saved my wrists

[@blagovdaryu]

Thanks a lot! I've never seen a more detailed video on kettlebell clean, your technique is perfect and smooth!

[@ednarobles3444]

Do´s and dont´s explained and executed to perfection...a must see before starting any KB program. 2 Thumbs up!

[@MarkWildman]

thanks

[@camerongray7767]

This was a very good video! Thanks very helpful I struggled with this a lot!

[@chilliman64]

best kb clean tutorial I've seen - thanks Mark

[@sallymartin9844]

Thank you for this!! I never had the bell at a 45 degree angle and yes, my wrists were feeling a little banged up. I now have my own KBs and need to start back to snatches and cleans and this is a game changer for me. My KB trainer helped me when we were training a few years ago, BUT I think I missed this piece. (I am a tad older and it takes me a few tries to solidify the training :)) I am about to try it out. Thanks again!

[@snowed500]

Best explanation of the KN clean, thanks Wildman

[@ChinqMiau1]

Best clean video on YT. Thanks!

[@neyson220293]

I'll put this info into practice tomorrow. great info!!

[@autumnrain3998]

The clearest of explanations... thank you so much

[@Christopherjamesmurphy21]

What the hell, this is an amazing video. Thank you so much, I’m going to try this

[@giallomartini]

Amazing videos, that is GOLD!

[@wayneparker9331]

Very informative video that touched on all the things I was going wrong with my kettlebell clean. 🙏

[@SanGoukhai]

Love this already! Super nice works great

[@j0hn4th4nd03]

Best instructions I have found.

[@Ares999999999]

Thank you. That was really well explained!

[@Eilz267]

THANK YOU!! It finally makes sense 🙌🏻🙌🏻 Fixed it.

[@lisas1175]

Awesome technique video, thank you! I just got a couple kettlebells so I’ll have to practice this.

[@thea-series1687]

Best explanation ever!! Very informative!

[@andrewthorrens2331]

I needed this! Thanks, Mark.

[@bhull302]

Perfect vid. It completely fixed my issue. Thank you!

[@user-uc7uq1hl6x]

The best explanation I ever seen !!! I am so glad I found your channel in KOREA!!!

[@jadeponce9431]

Massive thanks and lesson 🤜🏾🤛🏾

[@damienmitchell818]

Great video man!

[@chuauzikpuia4658]

Thank you. Needed this

[@StayDriven4Him]

thanks for the upload - very helpful

[@jorgenevertsson6083]

Wow, as someone said, I also did all the dont's, and I didn't understand why my arm hurt. Now i know, I'm gonna practise this tonight and make my clean and press as smooth as yours. Thankyou for great advice!

[@nastyanon4122]

Thank you for all of your videos, Mark. As a newbie that has absolutely no technique they are much appreciated.

[@MarkWildman]

Glad to help

[@MovaScript]

Thank you so much, got my mistake, the best video ever about Kettlebell tech as for me!

[@44556613able]

I do all of these. Its frustrating. Your cleans are the best I have seen

[@bak1386]

Solid info here. I have bashed the hell out of my wrist which has discouraged me from cleans. Now I know. Thanks man

[@PSdodo]

After training with a 12kg cast iron kettlebell for the last three years, because I had bought that one before I watched your videos about good starting weights (shame on me...well I guess it wasn't too bad, that was still good training), I recently got a 16 kg competition kettlebell and suddenly had problems with handling the kettlebell correctly although I never had that problem before... Guess the higher weight and the "new" uncovered a flaw in my grip... So I came back to this video which is still freaking awesome and so precise and clear... I had to comment then because apparently I already liked the video already three years ago...

[@TRVLbreak]

I wish I'd have watched this BEFORE my work out today. Awesome stuff! 💪

[@joco762]

Thanks! I needed this.

[@alanrosa5242]

Thanks, this is one of the best explanation i see on the YT!

[@NarcissismInsights]

Awesome vid I just started s kettlebell program and Im learning proper technique and form.

[@steveshepherd333]

Mark, massive thanks ... this video explained the movement well :-) you made it look seamless... much thanks 🙏 Steve U.K.

[@timmiller9946]

Outstanding! Very helpful, thank you.

[@wmarbourg]

Outstanding video. Great audio, too.

[@tjjohnson1151]

Thank you, I’m new to the kettle bells so this is very helpful 💪🏾

[@barrylarryharry7183]

Great video, thanks for this.

[@joecapesius2887]

Nice technique and explanation

[@BREZ760]

Been watching loads of vids and as soon as you did it , it looked so obvious. The detail of going around the hand and not over it . Thank you

[@MarkWildman]

Glad it helped

[@simonejulian3266]

Excellent instruction on this Thank you!!

[@luke27fr]

Great explanations. Very clear, thanks !

[@elhousinyabdelaal]

it is brilliant and simple demo for the basic thing in the KB training 💪🏻 really one of the best 🎉

[@gaylemccowin5573]

Great instruction. thanks for the video!

[@takarraveda1142]

This video was so helpful omg. Thank you so much 😭

[@scw3017]

Nice easy and clear instruction

[@shahnaallen2540]

SUPER helpful and clear. Wow - I’ve been doing it wrong.

[@NoyesDesignsjewelry]

this is perfect thank you for the response

[@johanne7370]

Amazing explanation 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@markdominick9527]

Thanks, this really helped me out.

[@Jameskeith1972]

Nice. Great lesson! Thank you.

[@awhowahman]

Very nice analysis. Well done!

[@mokalad333]

Thank you Mr.Wildman , it was very useful and crystal clear toturial.

[@MarkWildman]

Glad it was helpful

[@johnphilpott5102]

That video has helped me 100% Pretty knew to kettlebelling and feeling the benefits.

[@ibraheemabdullah4835]

Great explanation. Thanks brother.