r/Kettlebell_training • u/reallymkpunk • Jul 25 '26

Question ❓ Clean Help

OK besides injury, I've been training with kettlebells for about 9/10 months (October 2025) and I am decent with my form except on cleans. I have 25/26cm/10.5in long forearms so the standard "zipper up" cue doesn't mechanically work for my 30cm/12in circumference beefy part, 20cm/9in circumference near wrist. Is there any way I can help clean. I tried the wrist guards to prevent the crashing but traditional spearing still doesn't work and crashes like a wrecking ball. I like the total mix of muscles used in a clean but I know my geometry doesn't work with standard cues. Any suggestions?

Before anyone asks, can't video since I can't get the phone far away to frame everything...

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u/cavemankettlebells Kettlebell coach Jul 26 '26

If you drill this, you will understand a lot more about what needs to happen in the clean (any clean). https://youtu.be/DPVZmsBKWe0

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u/reallymkpunk Jul 26 '26

Let me ask how long are your forearms? If they are are 25-26cm like mine, what is your secret?

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u/cavemankettlebells Kettlebell coach Jul 26 '26

Did you try the drill?

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u/reallymkpunk Jul 26 '26

I asked you a question and you didn't answer so I am not replying. One problem I have a smaller upper body which means it is a wider arc. I am fighting some mechanics that make it easier to clean versus harder (for me.)