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Single-Arm Linear Jammer

How to do the Single-Arm Linear Jammer with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

CompoundBarbellIntermediatePush
Primary muscles

Shoulders

Secondary

Chest, Triceps

Equipment

Barbell

Step by step

How to do the Single-Arm Linear Jammer

  1. 1

    Position a bar into a landmine or securely anchor it in a corner. Load the bar to an appropriate weight.

  2. 2

    Raise the bar from the floor, taking it to your shoulders with one or both hands. Adopt a wide stance. This will be your starting position.

  3. 3

    Perform the movement by extending the elbow, pressing the weight up. Move explosively, extending the hips and knees fully to produce maximal force.

  4. 4

    Return to the starting position.

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FAQ

Single-Arm Linear Jammer: common questions

What muscles does the Single-Arm Linear Jammer work?

The Single-Arm Linear Jammer primarily works the Shoulders. It also recruits the Chest and Triceps as supporting muscles.

Is the Single-Arm Linear Jammer suitable for beginners?

The Single-Arm Linear Jammer is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.

What equipment do I need for the Single-Arm Linear Jammer?

To do the Single-Arm Linear Jammer you'll need a barbell.

Is the Single-Arm Linear Jammer a compound or isolation exercise?

The Single-Arm Linear Jammer 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 Single-Arm Linear Jammer 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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