Half Kneeling Landmine Press: How-to, Tips & More
The Half Kneeling Landmine Press is a beginner compound exercise for your shoulders. You do it with barbell and landmine attachment, one side at a time. It is a good fit when your goal is both strength and muscle growth.
Besides the shoulders, it also works your triceps and upper chest, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.
Muscles worked
Shoulders
Primary
Triceps
Secondary
Upper chest
Secondary
How to do the Half Kneeling Landmine Press
- Kneel on one knee and hold the end of the landmine bar at your shoulder on the kneeling side.
- Brace your core and squeeze your glute.
- Press the bar up and forward until your arm is straight.
- Lower it back to your shoulder, then switch sides after the set.
Half Kneeling Landmine Press tips
- A shoulder friendly press if overhead work hurts.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 6 to 12 reps per set, and 6 to 12 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles.
Equipment
Barbell, Landmine attachment
Type
Compound
Half Kneeling Landmine Press alternatives
Landmine Press
Shoulders
Two Arm Landmine Press
Shoulders
Barbell Overhead Press
Shoulders
Seated Barbell Shoulder Press
Shoulders
More shoulders exercises
Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Dumbbells
Arm Circles
Bodyweight
Arnold Press
Dumbbells
Band External Rotation
Resistance band
Band Front Raise
Resistance band
Band Overhead Press
Resistance band
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Half Kneeling Landmine Press work?
The Half Kneeling Landmine Press mainly works your shoulders, with help from your triceps and upper chest.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 6 to 12 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 6 to 12 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Half Kneeling Landmine Press good for beginners?
Yes. The Half Kneeling Landmine Press is considered beginner and is a good choice if you are new to training. Start light and focus on form.
What equipment do I need for the Half Kneeling Landmine Press?
You need barbell and landmine attachment.
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