This movement is usually _much_ kinder to the shoulders than, e.g., the bench press. I had a serious back injury 10 years ago - the kettlebell snatch has been, and continues to be, an important part of my back health program.
Why do you say that? There are people who do many more repetitions than I do and have very healthy shoulders. For what it's worth, I don't usually train the kettlebell snatch - I prefer the combination of overhead pressing and swings, which leaves me ready to work up my snatch numbers on fairly short notice, I find.
Sometimes I think it's best to just disable comments for videos like this. Anytime someone shows a video of themselves performing a feat that most people can't do, there's always a surplus of morons all to willing to criticise from their armchairs as if their worthless advice means shit to those who are actually "in the trenches" getting things done.
Your form in the snatch is fine. Ignore the asswipes.
Lifeline is a brand I haven't tried, sorry. For me, the DragonDoor coating is just right. I don't use chalk, either. I guess it's a matter of personal preference.
No. As I have mentioned before on DragonDoor, I have requested a 36 kg kettlebell but they do not make one and, last I was told, do not have plans to make one. The kettlebell pictured is from Ader - of non-DD kettlebells, they are the best I have tried so far, but they are still below DragonDoor bells in just about every way in my opinion - the finish is not as good, the handle is too thick - especially if you plan to do GS - and the overall size and shape isn't great, either.
"Too thick"? Wouldn't this be a good thing? Or is it thick to the point where it can't be comfortably held (like a block weight, though obviously that's on the other end of the spectrum)...
It all depends on what your particular goals are. Competition kettlebells have a thinner handle than DragonDoor, although the difference isn't huge. Since I have competed and do plan to compete again in the future, one could argue that even the DD handle is thicker than strictly necessary for my purposesAll that said, I have no need for a thicker handle than what's on my DD kettlebells. Overall, I think the DD handle thickness is best for most purposes.
much respect
mrrinnen 2 years ago
Good job. I hope this was worth damaging your rotator cuff and possibly back pain.
Audimaro 4 years ago
This movement is usually _much_ kinder to the shoulders than, e.g., the bench press. I had a serious back injury 10 years ago - the kettlebell snatch has been, and continues to be, an important part of my back health program.
kbnjcom 4 years ago
KBs may have contributed to the recovery of your back, however that is 100% not healthy for your shoulder in the least bit.
Gman32888 2 years ago 2
Why do you say that? There are people who do many more repetitions than I do and have very healthy shoulders. For what it's worth, I don't usually train the kettlebell snatch - I prefer the combination of overhead pressing and swings, which leaves me ready to work up my snatch numbers on fairly short notice, I find.
kbnjcom 2 years ago
The left shoulder seems to be eating the weight on the way back to the clean on the left side. Do you train with that weight?
Gman32888 2 years ago
Those front squats are pretty impressive..
Gman32888 2 years ago
@kbnjcom,
Sometimes I think it's best to just disable comments for videos like this. Anytime someone shows a video of themselves performing a feat that most people can't do, there's always a surplus of morons all to willing to criticise from their armchairs as if their worthless advice means shit to those who are actually "in the trenches" getting things done.
Your form in the snatch is fine. Ignore the asswipes.
AmadorDeDominican63 11 months ago
@AmadorDeDominican63 yep
jesslyn944 5 months ago
@Gman32888 Amen!
theostmichael 1 year ago
Lifeline is a brand I haven't tried, sorry. For me, the DragonDoor coating is just right. I don't use chalk, either. I guess it's a matter of personal preference.
kbnjcom 4 years ago
No. As I have mentioned before on DragonDoor, I have requested a 36 kg kettlebell but they do not make one and, last I was told, do not have plans to make one. The kettlebell pictured is from Ader - of non-DD kettlebells, they are the best I have tried so far, but they are still below DragonDoor bells in just about every way in my opinion - the finish is not as good, the handle is too thick - especially if you plan to do GS - and the overall size and shape isn't great, either.
kbnjcom 4 years ago
"Too thick"? Wouldn't this be a good thing? Or is it thick to the point where it can't be comfortably held (like a block weight, though obviously that's on the other end of the spectrum)...
Bleedthru 4 years ago
It all depends on what your particular goals are. Competition kettlebells have a thinner handle than DragonDoor, although the difference isn't huge. Since I have competed and do plan to compete again in the future, one could argue that even the DD handle is thicker than strictly necessary for my purposesAll that said, I have no need for a thicker handle than what's on my DD kettlebells. Overall, I think the DD handle thickness is best for most purposes.
kbnjcom 4 years ago
So DD is the happy medium - gotcha. Thanks.
Bleedthru 4 years ago
Well done, Steve.
Bleedthru 4 years ago