Overview The split jerk is the heaviest‑loading overhead lift in Olympic weightlifting. After a powerful leg drive, you split the feet front–back and drop the hips under the bar, securing it overhead with elbows locked before recovering to a stable stance. This movement converts maximal leg power into overhead stability, demanding precise timing, footwork, and mobility. CrossFit athletes leverage the split jerk for fast barbell cycling in workouts like ‘Grace,’ while weightli