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Barbell Snatch High Pull

With a wide grip, extend and pull the bar to chest height with high elbows to train the third pull.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked
Traps, Side delts
Equipment
Barbell
Movement
Olympic lifting

Sets and reps

  • 3 to 6 sets of 1 to 3 reps at a weight you can move fast, resting 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Speed and position come before load: end the set when the bar slows down or the catch gets sloppy.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the traps, for when the barbell is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Barbell Snatch High Pull work?
The Barbell Snatch High Pull mainly works the traps and side delts.
What equipment do you need for the Barbell Snatch High Pull?
A barbell.
How many sets and reps of the Barbell Snatch High Pull?
3 to 6 sets of 1 to 3 reps at a weight you can move fast, resting 2 to 3 minutes. Speed and position come before load: end the set when the bar slows down or the catch gets sloppy.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Snatch High Pull?
Cable Shrug, Dumbbell Shrug, Machine Shrug and Smith Machine Shrug work the same main muscle.

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Coaches add the Barbell Snatch High Pull to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.

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