Snatch Pull

Snatch Pull is an exercise that works on the explosive power of the lower body. It requires the lifter to start in a low position with a wide snatch grip, driving through the heels to extend the knees and move the weight upward with control. The second pull involves accelerating the bar by extending the hips, knees, and ankles, while leaning slightly back and reaching full extension in a violent and abrupt motion. This exercise will help to build explosive power in the lower body and improve overall performance.

1. Place a barbell on the floor close to your shins and take a wide snatch grip.
2. Lower your hips with the weight focused on your heels, keeping your back straight, head facing forward, chest up, and shoulders just in front of the bar. This will be your starting position.
3. Begin the first pull by driving through your heels and extending your knees. Keep your back angle the same and your arms straight. Move the weight with control as you lift it above your knees.
4. As the bar approaches the mid-thigh position, start the second pull. This is the main source of acceleration for the lift. Extend through your hips in a jumping motion, using speed to move the bar upward.
5. Do not actively pull through your arms to accelerate the weight. At the end of the second pull, your body should be fully extended and leaning slightly back. Make sure to achieve full extension violently and abruptly.
6. Do not prolong the extension for longer than necessary.

1. Warm up properly before starting the snatch pull to prevent injuries.
2. Ensure that the barbell is placed close to your shins and maintain a wide snatch grip.
3. Keep your back straight and head facing forward throughout the exercise to maintain proper form.
4. Focus on driving through your heels and extending your knees during the first pull.
5. Control the movement of the barbell as you lift it above the knees.
6. During the second pull, accelerate by extending your hips, knees, and ankles in a jumping motion.
7. Avoid actively pulling through your arms to accelerate the weight.
8. Reach full extension in a violent and abrupt motion, but avoid prolonging the extension.
9. Pay attention to your body’s limits and avoid overexertion or lifting too heavy weights.
10. Practice proper breathing techniques to support your movements and prevent dizziness.

To incorporate Snatch Pull into workouts, you can include it as part of your lower body or full-body strength training routine. Here's how you can do it: 1. Warm up: Before starting any exercise, it's essential to warm up your body. Spend a few minutes doing dynamic stretches and light cardio exercises like jogging or jumping jacks. 2. Set up the barbell: Place a barbell on the floor close to your shins. Take a wide snatch grip, with your hands placed wider than shoulder-width apart. 3. Starting position: Lower your hips with the weight focused on your heels. Ensure your back is straight, head facing forward, chest up, and shoulders just in front of the bar. This is your starting position. 4. First pull: Begin the exercise by driving through your heels and extending your knees. Keep your back angle the same and your arms straight. Move the weight with control as you lift it above your knees. 5. Second pull: As the bar approaches the mid-thigh position, start extending through your hips. This is the main source of acceleration for the pull. In a jumping motion, accelerate by extending your hips, knees, and ankles, using speed to move the bar upward. 6. Full extension: At the end of the second pull, your body should be fully extended, leaning slightly back. Ensure that the extension is violent and abrupt, and avoid prolonging it for longer than necessary. 7. Repeat: Lower the barbell