Landmine Press
Description
The landmine press pushes the free end of a barbell set in a landmine pivot overhead in an angled arc. The natural arc path is generally more shoulder-friendly than a straight vertical press. It can be performed standing, kneeling, or half-kneeling with one or two arms.
Equipment Required
Landmine Press Instructions
- Set up a landmine. Hold the free end of the barbell at chest height with one or both hands.
- Stand with feet staggered, facing the landmine.
- Press the barbell end forward and upward along its natural arc.
- Lock out at the top.
- Lower under control back to chest height.
- The angled path is easier on the shoulders than vertical pressing.
- Use moderate weight. Aim for 8 to 12 reps.
- Single-arm pressing adds core anti-rotation demand.
Landmine Press Form & Visual
Landmine Press Benefits
- Shoulder-friendly pressing arc
- Natural bar path reduces shoulder impingement risk
- Versatile — standing, kneeling, single-arm, double
- Builds pressing strength
- Easy to set up
- Useful for shoulder rehab
Landmine Press Muscles Worked
- Anterior deltoid
- Pectoralis major (upper)
- Triceps brachii
- Core (stabilizer)
- Serratus anterior
Landmine Press Variations & Alternatives
- Landmine Squat and Press
- Landmine Kneeling Squeeze Press
- Barbell Military Press
- Half-Kneeling Landmine Press
- Landmine Single-Arm Press
