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Jerk-Grip Overhead Carry With Hanging Weights




Hang weights from rubber bands on the ends of a barbell. Move it into your jerk overhead position and lock it in forcefully. Keeping it as stable as possible, walk at a brisk pace for the desired time or distance. The goal is keeping the upper back, shoulders, arms and bar as motionless as possible with continuous active effort to stay tight.
 
Purpose
The jerk-grip overhead carry with hanging weights is a simple way to improve overhead stability for the jerk, as well as condition the hands and wrists in particular for overhead work. The hanging weights increase the demand on stabilization.
 
Programming
Distances of 20-60m at a time are generally appropriate for 2-5 sets. The majority of loading should be added to the bar conventionally, with the hanging weights relatively limited—10-15kg/side hanging is usually about the most necessary and even possible practically.
 
Variations
Chains can be used instead of bands and plates.