Barbell Split Snatch
Primary Equipment
Olympic barbell
Olympic barbell
Instructions
- Start with the barbell on the floor, feet hip-width apart
- Perform a powerful pull, extending hips and knees to lift the bar
- Drop quickly under the bar into a split squat, catching the bar overhead
- Stabilize the bar overhead, then bring your feet together
- Stand up fully with the bar locked overhead
Tips
- Maintain a straight and rigid back throughout the lift
- Keep the barbell as close to your body as possible
- Ensure a stable overhead position before standing up
- Practice the movement with light weight or a PVC pipe first
Target Muscle
Primary
