Flexibilty

[SeventySeven]

I cannot hold a clean grip. My wrists and arms are not flexiable enough. what can i do to work on this?

[ONpump17]

I wish I had links, but certain stretches can be done. I'll look later, of to the gym right now.

[5kgLifter]

Here's a good vid:

Aikido & Sports Wrist Strengthening / Flexibility Exercises - YouTube

Aikido & Sports Wrist Strengthening / Flexibility Exercises - YouTube

[LtL]

I read recently that this may also be due to triceps tightness. Just something to consider.

LtL

[big_swede]

As LtL says triceps can play a part in it, but also lats and shoulder flexibility.

I did it this way:
1. Taking a empty barbell or a broomstick
2. Get it in the clean position (even if it not touching your shoulders)
3. Have a buddy press your elbows UP and/or the bar DOWN. To get it in position, hold there for 30-60s for multiple sets.

Painfull as hell, but it works.

Also powerclean alot and try to catch the bar in the clean-rack, one day you suceed =)

[SeventySeven]

Thanks guys

[dmaipa]

like everyone was saying with the tightness. Along with working on flexibility make sure you are also doing some soft tissue work on the overactive muscles: lats, triceps, shoulders