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Jerk Must Not Use Press Technique

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IKSFA International Kettlebell Sport & Fitness Academy

If the movement is performed using a press or push press technique instead of a jerk (with the characteristic first and second dip), the repetition receives a no-count.

Source: IKFF/IKSFA Kettlebell Competitions Rankings, Policies, Rules and FAQ (PDF, 21 pages). Developed by IKSFA President Sergey Rachinskiy & Master Coach Sergey Rudnev.

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