Dumbbell Snatch demonstration

Dumbbell Snatch

Learn how to do the Dumbbell Snatch with proper form, setup, and execution.

This dumbbell movement primarily targets full body.

How to Perform Dumbbell Snatch

  1. 1

    Place a dumbbell on the floor between your feet and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Hinge at the hips and bend your knees to reach down and grab the dumbbell with one hand, keeping your back flat and chest up.

  3. 3

    Engage your abs and take a breath.

  4. 4

    Explosively drive through your heels, extending your hips and knees to pull the dumbbell upward, keeping it close to your body and exhale.

  5. 5

    As the dumbbell reaches shoulder height, drop under it slightly and punch your arm straight overhead to lock it out.

  6. 6

    Stand tall with the dumbbell locked out overhead, then lower it back to the floor with control and breathe in.

  7. 7

    Once finished training one side, do the same number of reps with your other arm.

Training Guidelines

The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.

GoalSetsRepsRest
Strength3-54-62-3 min
Muscle Growth3-48-1260-90 sec
Endurance2-315-2030-60 sec
Beginner2-310-1560-90 sec

Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.

Frequently Asked Questions