One-Arm Kettlebell Split Snatch
One-Arm Kettlebell Split Snatch is an expert compound kettlebell exercise that mainly works your shoulders, with help from your hamstrings and quads.


How to do the one-arm kettlebell split snatch
- Hold a kettlebell in one hand by the handle.
- Squat towards the floor, and then reverse the motion, extending the hips, knees, and finally the ankles, to raise the kettlebell overhead.
- After fully extending the body, descend into a lunge position to receive the weights overhead, one leg forward and one leg back. Ensure you drive through with your hips and lock the ketttlebells overhead in one uninterrupted motion.
- Return to a standing position, holding the weight overhead, and bring the feet together. Lower the weight to return to the starting position.
Muscles worked
Sets and reps
For strength, do 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps with 2-3 minutes of rest. For muscle growth, 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps with 90 seconds of rest. Add a little weight when you hit the top of the range on every set.
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What muscles does the one-arm kettlebell split snatch work?
It mainly works your shoulders; your hamstrings and quads assist.
How many sets and reps of one-arm kettlebell split snatch should I do?
For strength, do 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps with 2-3 minutes of rest. For muscle growth, 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps with 90 seconds of rest. Add a little weight when you hit the top of the range on every set.
Is the one-arm kettlebell split snatch good for beginners?
It is an advanced movement. Build a base with simpler exercises for the same muscles first, and learn it with light weight or a coach.