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Long Cycle Rack Pause Required

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IKSFA International Kettlebell Sport & Fitness Academy

After the clean, there must be a clear and distinguishable pause in the rack position. Hips and knees must be extended in the rack before initiating the jerk. A 'touch and go' from clean directly to jerk without pausing in rack is not permitted.

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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