Dumbbell One Arm Snatch (left) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hips, Shoulders, Thighs
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Weightlifting
- Primary Muscle
- Hips, Shoulders, Thighs
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Adductor Magnus, Gastrocnemius, Deltoid Lateral, Serratus Anterior, Soleus
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- advanced
- Estimated Calories
- 7.5
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Dumbbell Snatch
How to: Dumbbell One Arm Snatch (left)
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, with the dumbbell between your feet.
- Bend your knees and lower your hips to grasp the dumbbell with one hand.
- In one explosive motion, lift the dumbbell while standing up, extending your hips and legs.
- As the dumbbell rises, keep it close to your body and extend your arm overhead.
- Lower the dumbbell back to the ground and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back during the lift.
- Using too much arm strength instead of engaging the legs and hips.
- Not fully extending the body at the top of the lift.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to practice form before increasing the load.
- Perform the exercise seated if balance is a concern.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and engage your core throughout the movement.
- Ensure you have a firm grip on the dumbbell to prevent it from slipping.
- Use explosive power from your hips and legs to lift the dumbbell.
Dumbbell One Arm Snatch (left) Alternatives
Tags
snatch
strength
dumbbell
shoulder
explosive movement
full body