CoreBarbellIntermediate

Landmine 180

Learn how to perform Landmine 180, a Core exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Hold the end of a secured landmine bar with both hands, stand with feet shoulder-width apart, and raise it in front of you.

STEP 2

Start phase

Let your feet and hips pivot together as you lower the bar toward one hip.

STEP 3

End phase

Bring the bar back up in front of you, then follow the same arc toward the other side.

STEP 4

Target muscles

The main working muscles are the obliques. The abdominals assist the movement.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Do not twist only through your lower back with your feet fixed or bounce the bar off the floor.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you bring the bar up and inhale as you lower it to the side.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Keep your arms long and pause briefly at each side to limit momentum.

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