The Landmine Anti-Rotation Press, also known as the Landmine Pallof Press, is a powerful anti-rotation exercise that develops deep core stability, postural control, and strength through the trunk. Instead of generating power, this movement teaches the athlete to resist it a vital skill for maintaining strength, efficiency, and injury resilience in dynamic sports and functional training.

To perform, load one end of a barbell into a landmine attachment. Stand perpendicular to the bar with your feet shoulder-width apart and the end of the bar held in both hands at chest height. Brace your core, glutes, and shoulders, keeping the body tall and stable. Without allowing the torso to rotate or lean, press the bar away from your chest until your arms are fully extended. Pause briefly, then slowly return to the starting position under control.

This movement primarily targets the obliques, transverse abdominis, rectus abdominis, glutes, and deep spinal stabilizers, teaching the body to resist unwanted rotation and movement. The fixed arc of the landmine adds a unique mechanical challenge, as the angled bar creates rotational torque that the athlete must stabilize against.

Common faults include allowing the torso to twist, losing hip alignment, or pressing too quickly. Cue “stay square,” “brace through the ribs,” and “press with intent.”

At Relentless Bravery Fitness, this movement embodies calm under tension the art of resisting chaos through controlled strength.

Program 3–4 sets of 10–12 reps per side, holding each rep for a brief pause at full extension. It pairs perfectly with explosive power drills or unilateral leg work for total-body integration.