Snatch Grip Deadlift

The Snatch Grip Deadlift primarily works the Rhomboids, Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper), with secondary activation of the Erector Spinae, Gluteus Maximus, Latissimus Dorsi and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a barbell compound exercise at advanced difficulty.

Deadlift with wider snatch grip increasing range of motion and upper back emphasis.

EquipmentBarbell
DifficultyAdvanced
TypeCompound
MovementHinge
ForcePull
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryRhomboids, Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper)
SecondaryErector Spinae, Gluteus Maximus, Latissimus Dorsi

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Stand with feet hip-width apart. Grasp barbell with overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart. Execution: Push hips back while maintaining flat back, lowering torso toward floor. Drive hips forward to return to upright position. Repeat. Comments: This is an advanced exercise. Ensure proper form before adding load.

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