One-Arm Barbell Snatch
Exercise Data
Main Muscle Worked: Quadriceps
Other Muscles Worked: Lower Back, Traps, Hamstrings, Calves, Abdominals, Shoulders
Equipment: Barbell
Mechanics Type: Compound
Tips: Start from the hang position (holding the bar slightly above the knees). With an explosive pull upwards with the hips, drive the weight overhead.
Since the grip will typically be the first to fatigue, the repetitions should remain on the lower end, 3 to 5 reps. This will normally encourage a higher number of sets be implemented to compensate for the lower repetitions. Lifters will also find their performance will vary depending upon the size of the bar. Having been in many different gyms, I know that the grip size of bars will vary a lot, thicker bars will seem heavier, but may be more appropriate for those that are trying to challenge their grip.
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