Muscle Snatch
The Muscle Snatch is a intermediate barbell exercise that works the Hamstrings. Follow the steps below.
Target musclesHamstrings
EquipmentBarbell
LevelIntermediate
How to do the Muscle Snatch
- Begin with a loaded barbell held at the mid thigh position with a wide grip.
- The feet should be directly below the hips, with the feet turned out as needed.
- Lower the hips, with the chest up and the head looking forward.
- The shoulders should be just in front of the bar.
- This will be the starting position.Begin the pull by driving through the front of the heels, raising the bar.
- Transition into the second pull by extending through the hips knees and ankles, driving the bar up as quickly as possible.
- The bar should be close to the body.Continue raising the bar to the overhead position, without rebending the knees.
Recommended sets & reps
| Set | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|
| Set 1 | 12 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 2 | 10 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 3 | 8 reps | 30s rest |
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