Barbell Power Snatch
Expert Advice
Initiate the lift with a strong pull from the ground and keep the bar path close to your body. Use a wide grip and be quick and aggressive in the turnover to lock the bar overhead.
How-to-do Steps
- Start with the barbell on the ground and stand with feet hip-width apart.
- Bend at the hips and knees, and grip the bar with a wide overhand grip.
- Lift the bar by extending your hips and knees, keeping the bar close to your body.
- Once the bar passes your knees, explosively extend your hips, knees, and ankles, and shrug your shoulders.
- Pull yourself under the bar, catching it overhead with arms fully extended.
- Stand up straight to complete the lift.
Details
Primary
Quads20%
Biceps20%
Forearms10%
Shoulders10%
Calves10%
Hamstrings10%
Chest10%
Abs10%
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
