Kettlebell Snatch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Weightlifting
- Primary Muscle
- Shoulders
- Secondary Muscles
- Back, Legs
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- advanced
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Snatch
How to: Kettlebell Snatch
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, kettlebell between your feet.
- Hinge at your hips and squat down to grab the kettlebell with one hand.
- Explosively stand up while pulling the kettlebell upward.
- As it reaches chest height, rotate your wrist and extend your arm overhead.
- Control the kettlebell back down and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight before mastering the technique.
- Not fully extending the hips and knees at the top of the movement.
- Failing to control the kettlebell during the descent.
Modifications
- Use a lighter kettlebell until form is mastered.
- Perform the movement with a trainer to ensure proper technique.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement for stability.
- Maintain a neutral spine to prevent injury.
- Practice with lighter weights to perfect your form first.
Kettlebell Snatch Alternatives
Tags
kettlebell
snatch
strength
shoulders
power
advanced