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Dumbbell Muscle Snatch

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Equipment

  • Dumbbells

Muscle Groups

  • Abs & Core
  • Back
  • Shoulders

Purposes

  • Shoulder and upper back strength.
  • Core strength.
  • Building the foundation for more complex exercises, like the snatch.

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Description

  • Start in a standing position holding the dumbbells in front of you.
  • Push your rear end back and bend forward, stretching the hamstrings slightly, until the dumbbells are just above your knees.
  • Stand up and "muscle" the dumbbells overhead.

ProTip

  • Pull up as high as you can before you push up.

Mistakes

  • Bad posture.
  • Using your legs too much.