The Kettlebell Stnach is one of fundamental movements of kettlebell lifting.It is performed in competitions with a swipe of two weights. Used shells of three different weights: 16, 24 and 32 kg.
Description
How to do Each Arm Kettlebell Snatch:
- Stand behind kettlebell with feet slightly wider apart than shoulder width.
- Bend over at hip with knees bent and back straight.
- Extend arm downward and grasp kettlebell handle with overhand grip.
- Lift kettlebell off of floor and pull forearm against inner thighs while keeping hips and knees bent with low back taut.
- Drive hips forward, torso upright, and knees straight so kettlebell is pushed forward and upward.
- As kettlebell begins to swing forward vigorously raise shoulder above kettlebell.
- As kettlebell begins to swing up past the hips, pull kettlebell toward body slightly with elbow pointing outward.
- As kettlebell continues to rise slightly, decelerate rise of handle allowing kettlebell to rotate in hand into inverted position.
- Punch kettlebell upward in a overhead straight arm position with kettlebell positioned behind forearm.
- Swing kettlebell forward and downward.
- As kettlebell is swung to lower position, fold at hips while bending knees.
- Allow forearm to make contact with inner thigh, swing kettlebell back under hips, and repeat movement.
- To stop exercise, place kettlebell on floor.
- Continue with opposite arm.
Some tips:
Kettlebell can also be lowered by bending arm in front while temporarily supinating wrist (palm facing head), then extending arm forward and downward while pronating wrist (palm facing back).