Exercise Lab

Cross Body Dumbbell Muscle Snatch

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Equipment

  • Dumbbells

Muscle Groups

  • Abs & Core
  • Back
  • Shoulders

Purposes

  • Shoulder and upper back strength.
  • Coordination of the upper and lower body.
  • Rotational strength.

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Description

  • Start standing with a dumbbell in your right hand.
  • Squat down and reach across to touch the dumbbell to the ground outside the left foot.
  • Using your legs to start the movement and then "muscle" the dumbbell overhead, above your right shoulder.
  • After the prescribed number of reps, repeat on the left side.

ProTip

  • Keep you core and your grip tight.

Mistakes

  • Poor posture.
  • Catching the dumbbell too wide.