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“This Is Recklessssss Behavior”: Young Footballer Doing a 315LBS Clean and Press Wearing ‘Jordans’ Blows up the Internet

Published 06/14/2023, 1:49 PM EDT

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When it comes to building raw strength, explosive power, and overall athleticism, there are only a few exercises that can rival the effectiveness of power cleans. Power cleans are a dynamic, full-body movement that engages multiple muscle groups, making them a staple in the training routines of athletes, weightlifters, and fitness enthusiasts alike.

Currently, a video of a footballer is going viral on the internet where he can be seen lifting 315lbs while doing power cleans. What was even more shocking was the fact that the athlete could be seen wearing Jordan 1s which are not really designed for lifting purposes. The viewers could not believe what they witnessed and expressed their shocking comments about the same in the comment sections. 

A crazy stunt?

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Power cleans are a weightlifting excercise that falls under the category of Olympic lifts. They involve lifting a barbell from the floor to the shoulders in one smooth, explosive motion. The exercise primarily targets the lower body, including the hamstrings, glutes, quadriceps, and calves. Additionally, it engages the upper body, including the back, shoulders, and forearms, making it a true full-body exercise.

 

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The Instagram post in the debate was posted on the ‘elitelinebackertraining’ page where they posted an unknown footballer rocking a pair of Air Jordan 1s while lifting 315 lbs. The caption of the post read, “Someone find bro’s @…this is crazy.”

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The comment section of the post was filled with people pointing out how marvelous of a lift that was. Let’s take a quick look at what exactly people had to say about the set. 

Former NFL player reacts to the video

Lifting 315 lbs on power cleans is undeniably an impressive feat that showcases immense strength, explosive power, and advanced lifting skills. It represents a significant milestone for weightlifters, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts striving to push their limits.

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One of the users commented on the video appreciating the lift saying, “I dont think people understand how crazy it is to hang clean 315” 

Another fan pointed out the same by saying, “To be fair those jordan’s r flat so they’re decent for a leg day” 

Another person wrote, “This is recklessssss behavior sir ! that boy strong strong” 

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 Former NFL player Michael Lockley commented, “That boy getting low too.” Pointing out the reasoning, one user stated, “People do have to understand js are low key good lifting shoes bro strong.”

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Sarthak Khanna

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Introducing Sarthak Khanna, a sports writer at EssentiallySports who specializes in Bodybuilding and other American sports. Sarthak found his calling in bodybuilding both as a writer as well as a practitioner of the sport. Gawking at the sight of some of the most aesthetic physiques, the experience was similar to what Mentzer once acknowledged as an “immediate emotional recognition.
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