Powerful Overhead Snatch
Powerful Overhead Snatch
Powerful Overhead Snatch

Powerful Overhead Snatch

Reps3 times
Calories burned296 kcal
LevelProfessional
Thighs

Changing duration and load is available in our application

Grip the bar with a wide grip so that the bar is at hip level. The feet are located on the line of the hips, the socks are turned outward. Tilt your pelvis back, lean forward slightly. Chest forward, head up. The shoulders are above the bar. This will be your starting position. Start lifting the bar. Make sure your back is arched at the waist. The bar should rise parallel to the body. With a powerful movement, squeeze the bar over your head, straightening your knees. At the peak of the movement, bring your shoulders together. Raise the bar above your head without bending your knees again. The feet should be in the receiving position, at a distance slightly wider than the starting one, to maintain balance. Return to starting position.

How to perform the exercise

3 times
296 kcal
Control your movement and do not rush.
01

Starting position

Grip the bar wide so it is at hip level. Feet at hip width, toes out.

02

Setup

Push your hips back, lean forward slightly, chest forward, head up, shoulders over the bar.

03

Lift

Begin lifting the bar, keeping your lower back arched. The bar moves parallel to your torso.

04

Press

Powerfully press the bar overhead, extending your knees; bring your shoulders together at the peak.

05

Lockout

Lift the bar overhead without bending your knees again; your feet should land in a receiving position, slightly wider than the start, for balance.

06

Return

Return to the starting position.

Variants

Beginner
Use light weight and practice the technique without jerking.
Middle
Work with moderate weight while keeping back control.
Professional
Increase weight and perform the movement smoothly with a powerful press.

Which muscles are working

Hips, back and shoulders

ThighsGlutesQadricepsShouldersTricepsLower back

Benefits of the exercise

Strength
Builds hip and shoulder strength.
Balance
Improves coordination and balance.
Simply
Boosts total body power.
Противопоказания

Contraindications

Acute pain in the back, hips or shoulders.
Recent injuries to the spine, hips or shoulders.
Medical prohibition of strength training.
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Recommendations

Back
Keep your lower back arched.
Hips
Push your hips back during the lean.
Balance
Watch your foot position.

Frequently asked questions