Snatch Balance

Muscle Groups

Primary Muscles:

quadriceps

Secondary Muscles:

calves glutes hamstrings shoulders triceps

Exercise Demonstration

Demonstration of Snatch Balance exercise showing proper form and technique Alternative demonstration of Snatch Balance exercise

Description:

Begin with the feet in the pulling position, the bar racked across the back of the shoulders, and the hands placed in a wide snatch grip. Pop the bar with an abrupt dip and drive of the knees, and aggressively drive under the bar, transitioning the feet into the receiving position. Receive the bar locked out overhead near the bottom of the squat. The torso should remain vertical, lowering the hips between the legs. Continue to descend to full depth, and return to a standing position. Carefully lower the weight.

Exercise Information

Category: olympic weightlifting
Equipment: barbell
Level: intermediate
Force Type: push
Mechanic: compound