Landmine 180's
How to do the Landmine 180's with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Abs
Glutes, Lower Back, Shoulders
Barbell
How to do the Landmine 180's
- 1
Position a bar into a landmine or securely anchor it in a corner. Load the bar to an appropriate weight.
- 2
Raise the bar from the floor, taking it to shoulder height with both hands with your arms extended in front of you. Adopt a wide stance. This will be your starting position.
- 3
Perform the movement by rotating the trunk and hips as you swing the weight all the way down to one side. Keep your arms extended throughout the exercise.
- 4
Reverse the motion to swing the weight all the way to the opposite side.
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Continue alternating the movement until the set is complete.
Log it, see it on your body.
Every Landmine 180's set you log feeds Ascend's anatomy heatmap, so your abs volume is visible at a glance, and counts toward your bodyweight-strength tier.
Where the Landmine 180's fits
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Landmine 180's: common questions
What muscles does the Landmine 180's work?
The Landmine 180's primarily works the Abs. It also recruits the Glutes, Lower Back and Shoulders as supporting muscles.
Is the Landmine 180's suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Landmine 180's is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Landmine 180's?
To do the Landmine 180's you'll need a barbell.
Is the Landmine 180's a compound or isolation exercise?
The Landmine 180's is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.
How do I do the Landmine 180's with correct form?
Position a bar into a landmine or securely anchor it in a corner. Load the bar to an appropriate weight. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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