Barbell Power Jerk
Expert Advice
Drive through your heels and use the power of your legs to propel the barbell overhead. Keep your core tight and locked to maintain balance throughout the movement.
How-to-do Steps
- Start with the barbell in the front rack position across your shoulders.
- Dip down by bending your knees slightly, keeping your torso upright.
- Explosively extend your legs and drive the barbell overhead, fully extending your arms.
- As the barbell ascends, split your legs into a lunge position to help stabilize and catch the weight.
- Bring your feet back together and stand tall to complete the lift.
Details
Primary
Quads15%
Shoulders15%
Calves14%
Glutes14%
Hamstrings14%
Chest14%
Triceps14%
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
