Quads exercise
Landmine Squat
Squat holding the end of an anchored barbell against your chest.
- Primary muscleQuads
- Also worksGlutes
- EquipmentBarbell
- TypeCompound
- MovementSquat
- LevelIntermediate
- Quads
- Glutes
- Barbell
How to do the Landmine Squat
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Hold the end of the anchored bar against your chest with both hands.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, leaning slightly toward the bar.
- Lower with your torso upright until your thighs go past parallel.
- Come back up, pushing through your whole foot.
Muscles worked
Alternatives to the Landmine Squat
They work the quads with other equipment, including options for training at home.
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Landmine Squat work?
The Landmine Squat works mainly the quads. It also works the glutes and the core.