Common Mistakes
Stiff non-moving zombie arm
The non-working arm is stiff and not moving along with the working arm.
Rotating the spine in a Hardstyle snatch
Rotating the spine in a Hardstyle snatch.
Using a weight too heavy for the task at hand
Using a weight too heavy for the task at hand and it’s affecting form and technique.
Turning the head once overhead
Once the kettlebell is overhead, the head turns away from the arm that holds the kettlebell.
Corkscrew instead of door knock (RKC/SFG)
Using the corkscrew during grip transition either up or down or both, instead of using the door knock.
Not regripping during the clean or snatch
Holding on tight or just not regripping during the clean or snatch which means not transitioning from a hook grip to a loose grip.
Not following progression
Not following the progression required to safely learn an exercise and jumping in the deep end.
The neck is flexed/bend
The neck is flexed/bend and the eyesight may be down while bringing the kettlebell overhead.
Straight arm on the drop from overhead in the snatch
Straight arm on the drop form overhead in the snatch and the weight moves too far away from you. The further it moves away from the center of gravity the more resistance it provides.
Flexing the neck on the drop from overhead with the snatch
Flexing the neck (chin/looking down) on the drop from overhead with the snatch.