Landmine Twist

Setup & Positioning

• Place one end of a barbell into a landmine attachment or securely wedge it into a corner.
• Stand facing the barbell with feet slightly wider than shoulder-width.
• Hold the free end of the barbell with both hands, arms extended slightly in front of you, and core braced.

Key point: “The movement comes from rotating your torso and hips together—keep your arms straight and move the bar in a smooth arc.”

Execution

1. Start with the barbell at chest height in the center.
2. Rotate your torso and hips together, lowering the barbell toward one hip.
3. Keep arms extended as the bar moves in a controlled arc.
4. Reverse the movement, rotating to the opposite side.
5. Continue alternating sides for the desired reps or time.

Where You Should Feel It

• Obliques and deep core stabilizers (primary)
• Shoulders and upper back supporting the load
• Hips assisting in rotational control

Where You Shouldn’t Feel It

• Lower back strain from twisting without hip movement
• Shoulder discomfort from shrugging
• Wrist pain from gripping too tight or awkwardly

Breathing

"Exhale as you rotate to each side, inhale as you return to center."

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Locking hips – Let hips pivot to protect the spine.
2. Bending arms too much – Keep them mostly straight to maintain consistent arc.
3. Using momentum – Control both directions for core engagement.
4. Over-rotating – Stay within a safe range without stressing the lower back.