Power Snatch

The snatch caught above parallel instead of in a full squat.

Power Snatch, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Snatch grip, bar over mid-foot, back flat.

Steps

  1. Pull and explode as in the snatch.
  2. Catch overhead ABOVE parallel.
  3. Stand tall with locked arms.

Common mistakes

Riding the catch down: power means high; a falling catch is a full snatch by accident. Pressing out: locked at arrival. Feet stamping wide: small shift.

Breathing

Breath at the floor, exhale at the stand.