Kettlebell Snatch
The kettlebell snatch is the king of kettlebell exercises, taking the bell from between your legs to full overhead lockout in one explosive movement. It builds total-body power, shoulder stability, and cardiovascular endurance.
How to Perform
Start in a hike position with the kettlebell behind you and one hand on the handle.
Drive your hips forward explosively to swing the bell upward.
As the bell reaches face height, punch your hand through the handle to lock out overhead.
The bell should roll smoothly over your hand, not slam your wrist.
Lower by letting the bell drop, guiding it back to the hike position.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Using the arm to muscle the bell overhead instead of hip drive.
Letting the bell slam the wrist at the top due to poor hand insertion.
Hyperextending the lower back at lockout instead of bracing the core.
Not letting the bell swing fully back between the legs on the descent.
Muscle Activation
Variations
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