Snatch
Also known as: Barbell Snatch, Olympic Snatch, Full Snatch, squat snatch


How to do the Snatch
Setup: Stand with feet hip-width apart, barbell on the floor, wide snatch grip, chest up, shoulders over the bar, core engaged.
Movement: Pull the bar explosively from the floor by extending hips, knees, and ankles. Pull under quickly and catch the bar overhead in a squat or partial squat with arms fully extended, then stand to finish.
Standards:
- Bar caught overhead with arms fully extended
- Squat or partial squat position for catch
- Full hip, knee, and ankle extension during pull
Focus Points: Keep bar close, drive explosively with hips, fast turnover under the bar, stabilize overhead position.
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