Hang Snatch
Advanced
Snatch initiated from the hang position at or above the knee, reducing the pull distance and emphasizing hip extension.
Muscle Groups
glutesquadshamstringsshoulderstraps
Equipment
barbell
Coaching Cues
- 1Load your hamstrings in the hang position
- 2Explode your hips and pull yourself under immediately
- 3Catch with active shoulders and stabilize overhead
Standards
- 1Bar starts at or above the knee in a hang position
- 2Full extension of the hips before pulling under
- 3Bar is received in a full overhead squat with arms locked out
Scaling Options
- •Hang Power Snatch
- •Snatch Grip High Pull