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Kettlebell Snatch
Taking the bell from a swing to overhead in one movement. Builds power, endurance and coordination through the entire posterior chain.
GlutesHamstringsShouldersCoreGripKettlebell
How to perform
- 1.Hike the bell back between the legs, as in a swing
- 2.Explosive hip extension accelerates the bell up close to the body
- 3.In the top third of the path the hand punches through — the bell lands softly on the forearm
- 4.Lock out with a straight arm overhead, torso vertical
Common mistakes
- Bell flying in a wide arc and banging the forearm
- Muscling the bell up with the arm instead of driving with the hips
- Hyperextending the lower back at lockout
Tips
- Own the swing and the clean before moving to the snatch
- Bruised forearms signal a path error, not a normal part of training
Limitations
Use caution with issues in: lower back, shoulders. If you feel discomfort, reduce the range of motion or swap the exercise — ideally after consulting a coach.
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