Platesmith

Snatch

A barbell exercise for the quadriceps and gluteus maximus.

  • Legs
  • Barbell

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Muscles worked

MainQuadriceps, Gluteus maximus
AlsoHamstrings, Deltoids, Trapezius

Setup

Bumper plates on a platform; learn from the hang with a light bar first.

How to do it well

  • Wide grip, pull the bar close past the knees
  • Extend fully, then pull yourself under
  • Catch overhead in a squat and stand

Common mistakes

  • Swinging the bar away from the body
  • Catching with soft elbows

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.