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Exercise: Power Snatch

person doing Power Snatch

Primary Muscles:

  • Trapezius

Secondary Muscles:

  • Erector Spinae
  • Latissimus Dorsi

Body Area:

  • Legs
  • Back
  • Glutes
  • Shoulders

Movement Type:

  • Explosive
  • Hip Dominant

Equipment:

Training Category:

  • Resistance

Proper Steps:

Begin the lift exactly as you would the ‘BB Snatch’
Once you have extended quickly to accelerate the bar, aggressively pull yourself under the bar and receive it a partial Overhead Squat with your arms extended completely
All downward movement must be stopped with the lifter’s thighs above horizontal
Stand up and “Recover” completely before resetting the bar on the floor