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How to do the Kettlebell Snatch The Snatch is one of the top kettlebell exercises for many reasons. Not only does it build unreal endurance it will also strengthen you from head to toe. The kettlebell snatch is used in many instances as a test because it is one the best exercises to demonstrate ones strength and conditioning. This exercise not only has a strengthening effect but will also cut body fat very fast. Building an iron grip is not a problem since any ballistic exercise performed repeatedly will do so.
Purpose/Focus: Strength, Conditioning
Body Parts Used: Shoulders, Arm, Back, Core, Hamstrings, Gluteus
Difficulty: Medium
Exercise Videos
Exercise Steps
Step 1 Pick up the kettlebell and swing it between your legs
Step 2 Using a hip-snapping motion, thrust the kettlebell forward and at the same time, pulling up as if starting a lawn mower
Step 3 When the kettlebell reaches it's peak above your head with your arm almost fully extended, punch up through the kettlebell letting it rest on your forearm
Step 4 Let the kettlebell drop out in front of you making sure it does not jerk your shoulder at any point. Make sure the kettlebell is neither too far out in front or too close to you during the drop
Tips Keep your back straight and your glutes tight throughout the duration Keep your heels down and your core tight throughout the duration.
Exercise Pictures
Kettlebell Snatch Step 1 Kettlebell Snatch Step 2 Kettlebell Snatch Step 3
Contributor Information
Lauren Brooks, On The Edge Fitness
Lauren Brooks is the founder and owner of On the Edge Fitness. As a RKC instructor and Clinical Nutritionist, Lauren has helped thousands of people to get into shape, and stay that way. She specializes in kettlebell training and is a pioneer of the training method within the United States. Find out more at www.OntheEdgeFitness.com
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