The kettlebell snatch is a great exercise. It can help you shred fat and build your conditioning levels, FAST!

(That’s why I use the move in many of my training plans, like the 28 Day KB Body Revival Challenge.)

But, it’s also somewhat technical, and the form can be tricky to learn.

In today’s video, I cover one common mistake (and fix) that will help you improve your technique so that you can get all the benefits of the movement, and stay injury-free:

(video) Kettlebell Snatch Technique

A common mistake when performing the kettlebell snatch is letting the ‘bell get too far away from the body on the downswing.

What you want to be doing is keeping the KB close to your frame of your body the entire time that you do the exercise.

“Goosenecking”, or flipping the KB quickly with your hand and wrist, at the top of the move to initiate the downswing, will really help with this.

Another thing that really helped me keep the arc of the KB tight when I was first learning the exercise was to imagine that I was throwing the kettlebell through my stomach, and then getting the hips out of the way at the last minute.

Remember – you want to keep the KB close to your frame of your body during the snatch. This will make the exercise safer and more effective. Try these simple tips and see improvements starting today! 

– Forest Vance
Certified Kettlebell Instructor
Master of Science, Human Movement
ForestVance.com

PS – If you want to learn the basics of safe and effective kettlebell training, apply to join us in the August 2018 28 Day Kettlebell Body Revival Challenge.

You’ll learn how to do all the basic kettlebell moves – including the kettlebell snatch – safely and effectively.

I’ll also be working with you personally, giving you the coaching and accountability you need to succeed.

Details and apply now at the link below:

28 Day Kettlebell Body Revival Challenge (starts Monday, August 6th – last chance to apply)