PURPOSE
The 180-Degree Landmine Kneeling is the third exercise in Landmine Drill 2.
It strengthens the shoulder and core muscles in the transverse plane as they support movement of the landmine across the body.
The Figure above breaks down a 4-count version of the exercise as a Soldier conducts it.
CADENCE
4-count version
STARTING POSITION
The starting position for the 180-Degree Landmine Kneeling is the Kneeling or Half-Kneeling position with both hands holding the landmine in front of the chest.
COUNT
● On count 1, move the landmine to the left, rotating the trunk to match the movement of the weight.
● On count 2, return to the starting position.
● On count 3, repeat the rotational motion to the right.
● On count 4, return to the starting position.
This completes one repetition of the exercise.
REPETITIONS
● Complete this exercise 5–10 times.