Two Arm Landmine Press: How-to, Tips & More

The Two Arm Landmine Press is a beginner compound exercise for your shoulders. You do it with barbell and landmine attachment. 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 muscle

Shoulders

Primary

Triceps muscle

Triceps

Secondary

Upper chest muscle

Upper chest

Secondary

How to do the Two Arm Landmine Press

  1. Stand facing the landmine and hold the end of the bar at your chest with both hands.
  2. Brace your core.
  3. Press the bar up and forward until your arms are straight.
  4. Lower it back to your chest.

Two Arm Landmine Press tips

  • Lean slightly into the bar.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What muscles does the Two Arm Landmine Press work?

The Two Arm 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 Two Arm Landmine Press good for beginners?

Yes. The Two Arm 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 Two Arm Landmine Press?

You need barbell and landmine attachment.

Two Arm Landmine Press demonstration

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