Barbell Landmine Deadlift

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Intermediate

Barbell anchored in a landmine performing a hip hinge deadlift that targets glutes and hamstrings to build posterior chain strength and explosiveness; allows upright torso for reduced lower back stress.

About Exercise

Equipment

Barbell

Difficulty

3/5 • Intermediate

Primary Muscle Groups

Glutes, Hamstrings

Secondary Muscles

Quads, Abs, Obliques

Popularity Score

7

Goals

Strength
Hypertrophy
Power

Training Style

Weightlifting
Functional Training

Setup Requirements

Requires Rack

No

Requires Bench

No

Requires Spotter

No

Space Needed

Small

Noise Level

Low

Muscle Breakdown

Glutes

9/10

Glute Max, Glute Medius

Hamstrings

9/10

Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus

Lower Back

6/10

Erector Spinae

Quads

4/10

Rectus Femoris

Abs

4/10

Rectus Abdominis

Obliques

3/10

External Obliques

Programming

Typical Rep Range

6-12 reps

Rest Between Sets

120-180 seconds

How to Perform

Anchor one end of the barbell in a landmine attachment or corner, load the free end with plates, and stand facing it with feet shoulder-width apart straddling the bar.

  1. Hinge at hips to grip barbell sleeve with straight arms and neutral spine.
  2. Brace core and drive through heels to extend hips and knees, lifting bar in arc to body.
  3. Stand tall with full hip extension, glutes squeezed, bar at hip level.
  4. Push hips back to hinge forward, lowering bar controlled to floor.
  5. Maintain straight back and engaged core throughout.
  6. Repeat for reps.

Coaching Tips

Form Cues

  • Hinge from hips
  • Keep bar close
  • Drive through heels
  • Neutral spine always
  • Squeeze glutes top

Breathing

Inhale deeply as you hinge down, brace core, and exhale forcefully during the lift to stand.

Tempo

2-0-1

Range of Motion

Lower until bar touches floor with neutral spine; lift to full hip and knee extension without hyperextending back.

Safety

Safety Notes

  • Ensure secure anchor to prevent slippage
  • Start light to master form
  • Avoid if acute lower back pain
  • Warm up hips and hamstrings
  • Keep neck neutral

Spotting

Spotting not typically needed; use safeties or lighter loads if solo.

Common Mistakes

  • Rounding lower back
  • Bending elbows
  • Using momentum
  • Leaning too far forward
  • Knees caving in

When to Avoid

  • Acute lower back injury
  • Herniated disc
  • Severe hamstring strain

Flexibility Needed

  • Adequate hip flexion for hinge
  • Ankle dorsiflexion for stable stance

Build Up First

  • Master basic hip hinge
  • Familiarity with deadlift form

Also known as

Landmine Deadlift, Barbell Landmine DL

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