The period in a power clean or power snatch from the start of the lift until the barbell reaches mid-thigh is the:

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The period from the start of the lift until the barbell reaches mid-thigh is called the first pull. The first pull is a crucial part of both the power clean and power snatch and sets the lifter up for the second pull where they generate power to lift the barbell up to the catch position.

The Period in a Power Clean or Power Snatch from the Start