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Barbell Split Snatch

Snatch received overhead in a fore-aft split stance rather than an overhead squat.

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Barbell Split Snatch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCalvesShouldersUpper BackCore

Equipment

Barbell

Sets × reps

3 × 3

Rest

2 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Set up with a snatch-width grip, feet under your hips, and the bar close to your shins.
  2. 02Lift the bar smoothly from the floor and keep it close as it passes your knees.
  3. 03Extend your hips, knees, and ankles powerfully, then pull yourself beneath the bar.
  4. 04Move one foot forward and the other backward, catching the bar overhead with locked elbows and active shoulders.
  5. 05Stabilize the split, bring your feet back together under control, and lower the bar safely.

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