Landmine Squat

A barbell exercise for the quadriceps and gluteus maximus.

  • Legs
  • Barbell

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Muscles worked

MainQuadriceps, Gluteus maximus
AlsoRectus abdominis

Setup

One end of a barbell in a landmine or a corner; load the other end and hold it in both hands.

How to do it well

  • Hold the end of the bar at the chest
  • Squat deep; the bar's arc keeps you upright
  • Drive up and slightly forward

Common mistakes

  • Standing too far from the pivot
  • Letting the elbows drop so the bar sinks

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.