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Last updated February 2, 2026
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Landmine Deadlift
Straddle the bar. Grip near the plates. Deadlift the bar up between your legs.
Quick facts
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Pull
- Type
- Strength
- Injury Risk
- Moderate
- Hypertrophy
- Very High
- Calorie Burn
- Medium-High
Muscle focus
Primary and secondary muscle groups targeted by this movement.
Primary
hamstrings
Secondary
glutes (max)
Equipment & setup
What you need and how to position yourself before starting.
Equipment
barbell
Movement pattern
Bilateral
Posture
Standing
Tracking parameters
repsweight
Step-by-step instructions
Follow these cues to master proper technique and stay safe through every rep.
- Step 1Setup
- Position a landmine attachment on the floor and insert one end of a barbell into it.
- Stand facing the barbell with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Step 2Grip the Bar
- Bend at your hips and knees to reach down and grasp the free end of the barbell with both hands.
- Your hands should be shoulder-width apart, with an overhand grip.
- Step 3Position Your Body
- Stand tall with your chest up and shoulders back, keeping your core engaged.
- Ensure your feet are firmly planted on the ground and your weight is evenly distributed.
- Step 4Initiate the Lift
- Push through your heels to lift the barbell off the ground, extending your hips and knees simultaneously.
- Keep the barbell close to your body as you lift.
- Step 5Stand Tall
- Fully extend your hips and knees at the top of the movement, standing upright with the barbell at thigh level.
- Maintain a straight back and engaged core throughout the lift.
- Step 6Lower the Bar
- Reverse the movement by hinging at your hips and bending your knees to lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- Keep the barbell close to your body and maintain control as you lower it.
- Step 7Repeat
- Perform the desired number of repetitions, ensuring to maintain proper form throughout each rep.
- Focus on controlled movements rather than rushing through the exercise.
- Step 8Finish the Exercise
- After completing your reps, carefully lower the barbell back into the landmine attachment.
- Stand upright and ensure your posture is correct before leaving the area.