Landmine Squat and Press demonstration

Landmine Squat and Press

Learn how to do the Landmine Squat and Press with proper form, setup, and execution.

This barbell movement primarily targets full body.

How to Perform Landmine Squat and Press

  1. 1

    Load one end of a barbell into a landmine attachment and add the appropriate weight.

  2. 2

    Stand facing the loaded end and hold it with both hands at chest height.

  3. 3

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and toes turned slightly outward.

  4. 4

    Engage your abs and take a breath.

  5. 5

    Squat down until your thighs are at least parallel with the floor.

  6. 6

    Drive through your heels to stand, then immediately press the bar overhead until your arms are fully extended and exhale.

  7. 7

    Lower the bar back to chest height and breathe in. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Training Guidelines

The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.

GoalSetsRepsRest
Strength3-54-62-3 min
Muscle Growth3-48-1260-90 sec
Endurance2-315-2030-60 sec
Beginner2-310-1560-90 sec

Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.

Frequently Asked Questions