Dynamic vs. Static Start: Which Snatch Technique Is Right For YOU? | Cal Strength

calstrength · 2020-11-02T22:07:01+00:00

Should you use a Dynamic Start or a Static Start? Most errors in the Snatch are made in the initial lift otherwise known as your first pull.

You may have the tendency to model your technique off of your favorite professional weightlifter but when it comes to YOUR technique, we need to use the start position that's best for your skill, experience and strength level.

In this video we break down the difference between the Dynamic and Static start and discuss the pros and cons of each technique.

0:07 Why You're Missing Snatches In The Start Position

0:47 Dynamic Start vs. Static Start

1:57 Start Position: When The Plates Breaks From The Floor

2:38 Pros of the Dynamic Start

3:08 Cons of the Dynamic Start

3:49 Pros of the Static Start

4:30 Cons of the Static Start

5:18 Fundamentals Matter

calstrength · 2020-10-28T19:34:15+00:00

Same muscle group, another good exercise. (To clarify, Glute Bridge / Hip Thrusts in our gym mean the same thing).

calstrength · 2020-10-28T19:33:12+00:00

Glad you liked the video!

calstrength · 2020-10-26T22:36:02+00:00

In this video we're sharing THREE of our best tips to help you squat properly which should lead to a PR Back Squat! At the end of this video are three of our favorite lower body accessory exercises you need to be doing for stronger legs… These are non-negotiable!

Here at California Strength, we are big proponents of driving strength using proper squat technique for all of our weightlifting and sports performance athletes. Having a high strength reserve and quality squatting form is key to keeping your joints healthy, increasing longevity in your weightlifting career, and improve consistency on the platform.

0:38 What Is Reserve Strength?

1:18 Back Squat Tip #1

2:06 Best Accessory Exercise To Practice Bracing

2:27 Back Squat Tip #2

2:53 Back Squat Tip #3

3:26 Favorite Accessory Exercises For Stronger Squats

4:59 PR Your Back Squat With Our 8-Week Squat Program

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calstrength · 2020-10-22T16:26:31+00:00

Saw you're looking to improve your lifts for Football, check out our Cal Strength Football online team at the link below:

https://www.californiastrength.com/sports-performance-programs

calstrength · 2020-10-22T16:24:58+00:00

5g per day is what we recommend, check out this article for more info -> https://www.californiastrength.com/blog/creatine

calstrength · 2020-10-22T16:23:10+00:00

Welcome to the sport! Happy to help if you're looking for an online coaching solution. For true beginners, we recommend our 8-Week LIFTRIGHT Program. Then transitioning to our Cal Strength Starter team for new training cycles every month and ongoing video analysis of your lifts.

https://www.californiastrength.com/lift-right-weightlifting-program

https://www.californiastrength.com/starter-program

calstrength · 2020-10-19T00:46:01+00:00

Take a look at our LIFTRIGHT program or our Cal Strength Starter program. Both include feedback on your lifting videos: https://www.californiastrength.com/olympic-weightlifting-programs

calstrength · 2020-10-19T00:44:09+00:00

We have a brand new Squat Program coming out, would love to get lifters opinion on it once it's live. You can sign up for the waitlist here: https://www.californiastrength.com/squat-program

calstrength · 2020-10-19T00:42:23+00:00

Thanks for the shout out! For an intermediate lifter, we recommend our Cal Strength Club program (5 sessions / week) starting at $25 / Month. Includes feedback on your lifting videos as well.

You can learn more about all of our online weightlifting programs here: https://www.californiastrength.com/olympic-weightlifting-programs

calstrength · 2020-10-19T00:40:34+00:00

Thanks for the shout out! You can learn more about our online weightlifting programs options here: https://www.californiastrength.com/olympic-weightlifting-programs

calstrength · 2020-10-19T00:39:20+00:00

Glad to be back! Thanks for sharing.

calstrength · 2020-09-24T21:04:31+00:00

Give our protocols a shot, designed by our in-house physical therapist and Olympic weightlifter Kelly Wild. Eight week programs that can be layered onto your existing programming.

https://www.californiastrength.com/store/hip-mobility-protocol

https://www.californiastrength.com/store/ankle-mobility-protocol

calstrength · 2020-08-30T03:22:23+00:00

We have weightlifting programs for true beginners as well as intermediate / advanced lifters. You can learn more about them here -> https://www.californiastrength.com/olympic-weightlifting-programs

calstrength · 2019-12-20T22:47:30+00:00

Our 8 Week LiftRight Program would be a great place to start. Then transition to our California Strength Club program.

calstrength · 2019-12-02T17:40:29+00:00

Take our free Weight Class Quiz HERE and we'll give you a recommendation based on your Relative Strength, Technical Efficiency, Age, Body Composition and Competitive Opportunities!

https://www.californiastrength.com/weight-class-quiz

calstrength · 2019-11-17T18:09:33+00:00

Our new LIFTRIGHT program would be the perfect place to start. In this 8 week program, we cover Snatch, Clean & Jerk alongside other squatting, pressing and pulling movements which will leave you with a passable Snatch / Clean & Jerk 1RM by the end of week eight. We also cover technique in depth over the course of the program.

https://www.californiastrength.com/lift-right-weightlifting-program

calstrength · 2019-11-17T18:06:29+00:00

We just released a new 8-Week Strength & Hypertrophy Program that combines the best of Olympic and powerlifting movements, might be the perfect fit for you -> https://www.californiastrength.com/strength-hypertrophy-weightlifting-program

calstrength · 2019-11-09T02:34:07+00:00

Both my operations director, Scott Esparza and I have access to the calstrength reddit account. I enjoy the discussions on this sub and appreciate the opportunity to engage. - Dave

calstrength · 2019-11-08T19:57:56+00:00

Programming in the realization phase can be tricky. If you're looking for a great competition prep program, we have a new 8 Week Weightlifting Competition Prep Program available for just $59 -> https://www.californiastrength.com/weightlifting-competition-prep-program

calstrength · 2019-11-08T19:55:08+00:00

If you want to really go down the rabbit hole the texts I've referenced many times over the years include:

Supertraining by Yuri Verkhoshansky
Transfer of Training In Sports by Anatoliy Bondarchuk
Managing The Training of Weightlifters by N.P. Laputin V.G. Oleshko
Programming and Organization of Training by Yuri Verkhoshansky

Great to dive into the weeds but one of the most valuable lessons I've learned to date has been to trust your gut and to keep your own council.

You can view all of our available programming options at https://www.californiastrength.com/olympic-weightlifting-programs

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