Unconventional Athletes Issue 3
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THE SNATCH LIFT METHOD<br />
Here is a basic outline of the Snatch technique<br />
1) Swing the kettlebell back<br />
between the legs with a<br />
straight-arm and relaxed<br />
shoulder.<br />
2) Let the bell come forward<br />
(without pulling it), and<br />
following through with the<br />
hips<br />
3) When the bell reaches the<br />
point of “weightlessness” at<br />
the top of the swing, pull<br />
the shoulder back to direct<br />
upward movement.<br />
4) Shift your weight back<br />
and let the kettlebell fly up,<br />
opening the hand to let the<br />
bell flip over.<br />
5) Catch the bell in the overhead<br />
position with the hand<br />
fully inserted into the handle,<br />
arm straight, joints stacked.<br />
6) Turn the hip to initiate the<br />
drop of the kettlebell with<br />
your body instead of your<br />
hand.<br />
7) Keep your torso upright<br />
as the bell turns and starts<br />
to drop.<br />
8) Let the upper arm come in<br />
close to the body as the bell<br />
drops, and wait for your arm<br />
to be cushioned by the hips<br />
before letting the chest come<br />
down as you hinge forward.<br />
9) Let the bell dictate the<br />
depth of your backswing<br />
before the next repetition.<br />
the Most gruelLing part of a 10-Minute<br />
set is convincing oneself to keep pushing<br />
through to the very end.<br />
For more tips and information on Kettlebell Sport, as well<br />
as upcoming workshops, check out Brittany’s website at<br />
www.kbfitbritt.com.<br />
Article by: Brittany Van Schravendijk<br />
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