Snatch Chat

Your clean looks fine until the bar hits your hips, then everything falls apart. Sound familiar? In episode 31 of Snatch Chat, Coach Connor answers 10 listener questions on technique, mindset and programming for Olympic weightlifting, including: Why your clean crashes forward at the hips and the high hang fixWhy your technique falls apart on camera or in competitionPause work: where to pause, how...

In this episode of Snatch Chat, Coach Oates shares why he is building a weightlifting community and breaking down the technical cues that actually move the needle on your snatch and clean and jerk. We get into why technical consistency beats chasing heavier numbers, how to slow down and feel the bar close to your body, and the one flaw you should prioritise before anything else. Whether you are a...

Got questions? Connor's got answers. In this Q&A episode of Snatch Chat, Connor breaks down the stuff that actually holds lifters back, from picking the right weightlifting shoes for your foot (not just the ones everyone on YouTube recommends), to filming your lifts the right way so you can spot your own faults, to stepping on the competition platform for the first time without bottling it...

Struggling with your snatch technique? Jumping forward, missing lifts out front, or feeling beat up from training? In this episode of Snatch Chat, Coach Connor breaks down the most common snatch faults and exactly how to fix them, plus why mindset might be the missing piece in your weightlifting progress. We cover how to slow down the snatch to stop jumping forward, the mobility work that actually...

If your snatch keeps drifting forward, your grip feels off, or you walk into training sessions not knowing how hard to push, this episode is for you. In Episode 2 of the Snatch Chat Podcast, Coach Oates breaks down 10 essential snatch tips covering the exact fixes that turn average sessions into consistent PBs. From keeping the bar close to your body to finding the grip width that actually suits y...

Episode 26 of Snatch Chat is here and if you've ever questioned your split jerk foot position, watched your bar swing away from your body, or bottled it under a heavy lift, this one is for you. Coach Oates breaks down one of the most debated questions in the jerk, which leg goes back? The answer comes down to your strongest leg, and getting this wrong is silently costing you kilos. You'll...

A shaky jerk can stall your total..... until you fix overhead stability. In this Snatch Chat episode, Coach Oates breaks down how to build a rock solid lockout with smart jerk drills, pauses, and positional holds, then ties it to real‑world training: what to eat before early morning lifting, how to reset when a session feels heavy from the warm up, and when to adjust volume vs. push exposure. Prac...

Coach Oates breaks down essential weightlifting advice for beginner and intermediate lifters, covering recovery strategies, smart equipment choices, mental resilience, motivation, and program progression. Learn how to fix common snatch issues, build long‑term training consistency, and train smarter with limited time. Perfect for everyday Olympic lifters looking to improve performance both physical...

Welcome back to episode of the Snatch Chat Podcast. Unlock your peak performance with Coach Oates as he shares practical, science backed strategies for mastering Olympic lifting. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this episode breaks down how to train smart, manage injuries, choose the right weightlifting shoes, and build confidence under heavy loads. Learn how to structure your...

Most lifters look at the miss… but the real problem started 2 seconds earlier. In Episode 22 of The Snatch Chat Podcast , Coach Oates breaks down why your snatch, clean, and jerk aren’t progressing, even if you’re getting stronger. From jumping forward and unstable catches to jerks that won’t budge, this episode shows you how to trace every issue back to its true source: the start position and exe...

Struggling to hit new PBs in the snatch or clean & jerk? This is where it changes. In this episode, you’ll learn how to fix the mistakes holding your lifts back, build serious strength, and make progress without living in the gym. 💥 If you want bigger lifts, better technique, and smarter training, this is a must listen. 🎧 Press play and start unlocking your true potential.

In Episode 20 of the Snatch Chat Podcast , Coach Oates shares practical weightlifting coaching insights to help lifters improve their snatch, clean, and jerk , and overcome common training plateaus. Learn the technical fixes that actually improve Olympic lifts , the bad training habits holding lifters back , and the nutrition misconceptions that slow progress . Coach Oates breaks down bar control...

Learn how to start Olympic weightlifting properly with this step by step guide to learning the snatch and clean & jerk from scratch. In episode 19 of the Snatch Chat Podcast, Coach Oates explains how he would approach learning Olympic weightlifting if he had to start again today. Instead of rushing straight into heavy lifts, this episode breaks down the foundations of Olympic lifting , includi...

In Episode 18 of the Snatch Chat Podcast , Coach Oates dives into one of the biggest challenges lifters face: how to improve your Olympic lifts while balancing a busy life. Weightlifting can feel like a complicated puzzle, especially when you're trying to refine snatch and clean & jerk technique , build strength, and still manage work, life, and recovery. In this episode, Coach Oates break...

Struggling to stay on top of your nutrition while balancing work, family, and training? In Episode 17, Coach Oates sits down with nutritionist and strength coach Tom to break down simple, practical nutrition strategies that actually work for everyday lifters. No extremes. No overcomplication. Just effective habits you can stick to . In this episode, you’ll learn: How the nutrition pyramid simplifi...

Struggling with your snatch, clean, or jerk? In Episode 16, Coach Oates breaks down the most common Olympic weightlifting faults and shows you exactly how to fix them with simple, effective coaching cues . From understanding why your jerk feels unstable overhead to mastering a fast, reactive dip , this episode dives into the details that actually move the needle in your lifts. You’ll learn: How to...

In this episode of the Snatch Chat Podcast, Coach Oates breaks down some of the most common issues lifters face in Olympic weightlifting , including problems with the snatch, clean and jerk, and training plateaus . We dive into practical weightlifting coaching tips tohelp you improve technique, lift heavier weights, and build confidence under the bar. Topics covered include: • Why lifters develop...

Want to improve your snatch, clean, and jerk and starthitting more personal bests in Olympic weightlifting? In this episode, Coach Oates breaks down the most commonmistakes lifters make in the snatch, clean, and jerk, and shares practical weightlifting technique tips, mindset shifts, and training strategies that will help you lift heavier with better consistency. Whether you're a beginner lear...

In this episode of the Snatch chat podcast , CoachOates sits down with Rachel; a senior data engineer turned weightliftingenthusiast, to unpack her transition from powerlifting into the world ofOlympic lifts, competition, and long term personal growth. Rachel shares how she “caught the weightlifting bug” and whythe technical challenge of the snatch and clean & jerk pulled her away frompowerlif...

In Episode 12 of The Snatch Chat Podcast, Coach Oates and James dive into the powerful relationship between mental health and fitness, and why training is about far more than just physical progress. We explore how exercise can act as a form of therapy, how routine and discipline create stability, and why relying on motivation alone isn’t enough. The conversation tackles common barriers to training...

In this episode of Snatch Chat podcast , Coach Oates does something different. It starts light with some quick fire questions; coffee vs pre-workout, CrossFit debates, worst fashion trends (yes… plimsolls are involved), irrational fears, and why early mornings win every time. Then we pivot. Because if your snatch, clean & jerk, or overall total hasn’t moved in months… this episode might sting...

In episode 10, Coach Oates breaks down why strength alone isn’t fixing your Olympic lifts and what actually does. We cover clean to front squat ratios, how to structure a proper training week, why progress isn’t linear, and how chasing heavy lifts too often can quietly wreck your technique. We also talk mobility vs flexibility, why accessories actually matter, how external stress affects performan...

In Episode 9 of Snatch Chat , Coach Oates answers questionsfrom Olympic weightlifters on how to actually improve their Weightlifting skills, without doing more for the sake of it. This episode dives into why training consistency matters more than chasing maxes, how building a strong technical base at 80–85% leads to more reliable lifts, and which strength lifts truly carry over to the snatch and c...

In this episode of the Snatch Chat Podcast , Coach Oates breaks down the most common technical mistakes holding lifters back, starting with one of the biggest snatch errors: pulling the bar too high instead of moving under it efficiently. But technique is only part of the picture. We also dive into the mindset side of training: why enjoying the process matters more than chasing constant PBs, how t...

In this episode of The Snatch Chat Podcast , Coach Oates sits down with Dima; a dedicated weightlifter and executive director working in human rights, to explore how weightlifting became more than just training… it became a lifeline. Dima shares her journey from gymnastics and CrossFit into Olympic weightlifting, the technical challenges that kept her hooked, and the powerful sense of community sh...