If someone were looking for a one-stop shop for power and conditioning, the Tsar of kettlebell lifts is a strong choice. The display of power and skill in the kettlebell snatch makes it hard to beat. However, students often make a common error in applying this tool.
They lack pacing.
Every set becomes a sprint, focused on RPMs (repetitions per minute) or how quickly someone can complete a set of 5 or 10 reps, or even a full snatch test. This leads to incomplete lockouts and “gassing out” too soon in a session or test. Not to mention the deteriorating technique and stress on the grip and body.
In the Speed Metal online course, Derek Toshner, StrongFirst Certified Master Instructor and 14-time Tactical Strength Challenge champion, shares a powerful drill to combat this lack of pacing. How powerful? It became part of the Strong EnduranceTM and All-Terrain ConditioningTM programming.
Snatch walking can change your pacing, improve and strengthen your lockout, and become a solid base for conditioning work. | 
