Squat Snatch
Advanced
Snatch variation emphasizing the full-depth overhead squat catch to develop positional strength and speed under the bar.
Muscle Groups
glutesquadscorehamstringsshoulderstraps
Equipment
barbell
Coaching Cues
- 1Pull yourself under the bar as fast as possible
- 2Catch deep with your chest up and elbows locked
- 3Stand up with control while keeping the bar overhead
Standards
- 1Bar is received in a full-depth overhead squat position
- 2Arms are fully locked out overhead at the catch
- 3Athlete stands to full extension to complete the rep
Scaling Options
- •Power Snatch
- •Overhead Squat