This week on the USA Weightlifting podcasts we’ll be dissecting a popular assistance exercise known as the muscle snatch. More specifically we’ll be diving deep into why it’s so important, how to properly perform a muscle snatch, and where to place it in your program. Whether you’re a new or experienced weightlifter we’ve got some tips in store that will help you improve your snatch and overall sense for the barbell. Enjoy the show.

Topics:

02:50 - Defining a muscle snatch
04:35 - The importance of a muscle snatch
09:40 - Pulling VS. pushing under the bar
15:20 - Mistakes with the muscle snatch
29:00 - The flip-press
34:00 - Tips for performing the muscle snatch
39:00 - When you shouldn’t try a muscle snatch

Links:

RomWOD.com - Optimize Your Range Of Motion