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Landmine Press
A two-handed shoulder press using one end of a barbell anchored in a landmine attachment, allowing a natural arc that is easier on the shoulder joint.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- anterior deltoid · pectoralis major · serratus anterior · triceps brachii
- Goals
- hypertrophy · strength
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- intermediate
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Load one end of a barbell into a landmine attachment and load the other end with a plate.
- Stand in a staggered or square stance and cup the sleeve end of the barbell in both hands at chest height.
- Brace your core and press the bar forward and upward along its natural arc.
- Fully extend your arms without locking the elbows, then lower the bar back under control.
- Keep both hands on the bar throughout and repeat for the desired number of reps.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Keep your torso upright and avoid leaning excessively into the press.
- The angled path makes it more shoulder-friendly than a strict overhead press.
- Use a push-press leg drive for heavier loads.