Modern competitions consist of two distinct lifts performed with a barbell:
: A two-stage lift where the athlete first "cleans" the bar from the floor to the shoulders, pauses, and then "jerks" it overhead with a straight elbow. This lift allows for significantly heavier weights, typically about 20% more than the snatch. Weightlifting, Olympic Style
: The barbell is lifted from the floor to an overhead position in one continuous, fluid motion. It is the swifter of the two lifts and generally utilizes a wider grip. Modern competitions consist of two distinct lifts performed