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How to do Kettlebell One Arm Snatch

The kettlebell one arm snatch is a dynamic, full-body exercise that targets the shoulders (delts) and also engages the trapezius, forearms, and core. It requires explosive power, coordination, and proper technique to perform safely and effectively.

Primary muscle: Shoulders
Also works: Trapezius, Forearms and Core
Equipment: Kettlebell
Level: Advanced
Category: Shoulders

How to do Kettlebell One Arm Snatch, step by step

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in one hand between your legs.
Bend your knees slightly and hinge at the hips, lowering the kettlebell towards the ground.
Explosively extend your hips and knees, using the momentum to swing the kettlebell up towards your shoulder.
As the kettlebell reaches shoulder height, rotate your hand and punch it straight up overhead, fully extending your arm.
Lower the kettlebell back down between your legs and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Kettlebell One Arm Snatch works your shoulders as the main mover, with help from your trapezius, forearms and core.

Track Kettlebell One Arm Snatch in SPLYT

Kettlebell One Arm Snatch is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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