Trunk rotates toward the pressing side
Core anti-rotation fails under the unilateral landmine load.
Overactive muscles
ObliquesLatissimus dorsi
Corrective work
Foam RollLats↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Landmine Chest Press (Single-Arm)
Coaching cues
- Hold the end of the landmine at chest height with one hand; split stance
- Press along the arc — the bar moves upward and forward simultaneously
- Full lockout; resist trunk rotation throughout
- The arc is naturally shoulder-friendly; great for restricted clients
Common faults 2
Fighting the arc — pressing straight up
The natural landmine arc should be followed; forcing a straight path increases shoulder stress.
Overactive muscles
Anterior deltoidUpper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗