How to Increase Overhead Stability in a Snatch
Get ready for some quick and easy weightlifting tips from our guest blogger and friend, Dan Dodd. Dan is not only a CrossFit Regional Athlete but also a star physical therapy patient who keeps his body healthy with regular tune ups in the clinic. His USA Weightlifting certification and Health & Exercise Science degree make him an expert Head Coach at TriState Barbell so he’s well qualified to help you improve your deadlift. Find him on Instagram @danimaldodd
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How to Increase Overhead Stability in a Snatch
It is important to stabilize the barbell during an overhead snatch movement to ensure your position is not only safe but strong. According to Dan Dodd, Crossfit Regional competitor and weightlifting coach, you want to think about two main things when cueing an overhead snatch position:
Pressing into the bar, and
Keeping your ribcage tucked under for optimal stability
In order to improve overhead lifts, perform with good technique and move without pain, you must improve your scapular stability.
Here is one exercise that Dan suggests to do just that:
Bell Up Exercise to Improve Overhead Stability:
Progress slowly by starting out with light weight in this exercise and really focusing on smooth form.
Check out all of Dan’s drills for proper form while heavy lifting here: