One-Arm Kettlebell Split Snatch
Level
expert
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Equipment
kettlebells Category
strength Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles

An explosive kettlebell movement combining a snatch with a split stance landing, requiring exceptional power and coordination to drive the weight overhead.
Instructions
- Hold a kettlebell in one hand by the handle at your side.
- Squat toward the floor and then reverse the motion, extending your hips, knees, and ankles to drive the kettlebell upward explosively.
- As the kettlebell rises, rotate your hand and punch straight up to receive the weight overhead.
- Descend into a lunge position to receive the weight, with one leg forward and one leg back.
- Drive through your hips and lock the kettlebell overhead in one uninterrupted motion.
- Return to a standing position, bringing your feet together.
- Lower the kettlebell back to the starting position under control.
Tips
- Generate power from your legs during the initial drive
- Keep the kettlebell close to your body during the upward pull
- Rotate your wrist smoothly as you transition overhead
- Split your legs wide for maximum stability
- Maintain a strong core throughout the movement
- Lock out completely with full arm extension
- Complete all repetitions on one side before switching arms
Recommended starting values
Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Weight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | Female | |||
| Gain strength | 3 | 7 reps | 13 kg | 7 kg |
| Build muscle | 3 | 10 reps | 12 kg | 7 kg |
| Build endurance | 3 | 14 reps | 9 kg | 5 kg |
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