Barbell Snatch from Blocks Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Weightlifting
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Adductor Magnus, Hamstrings, Biceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- advanced
- Estimated Calories
- 8
- Alternate Names
- Snatch from Blocks
How to: Barbell Snatch from Blocks
- Set the barbell on blocks at knee height.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, gripping the bar with an overhand grip.
- Engage your core and pull the bar off the blocks, extending your hips and knees.
- As the bar rises, explosively extend your hips and drive the bar overhead.
- Catch the bar in a squat position and stand up.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the barbell away from the body.
- Not fully extending the hips at the top of the lift.
- Using too much weight without proper form.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for beginners or those with limitations.
- Perform the exercise from a seated position to reduce strain.
Tips
- Focus on keeping your back straight and your core engaged during the lift.
- Ensure the barbell travels close to your body throughout the movement.
- Use a progressive overload approach to gradually increase your weight.
Barbell Snatch from Blocks Alternatives
Tags
weightlifting
strength
barbell
power
full body
advanced