Landmine Rotational Clean

The Landmine Rotational Clean is an explosive, multi-plane lift that teaches athletes to generate and redirect force through the hips and torso. It’s an evolution of the traditional clean, introducing a rotational component that mimics real-world movement patterns and enhances total-body coordination.

To perform, load one end of a barbell into a landmine attachment or securely wedge it in a corner. Stand perpendicular to the barbell with feet shoulder-width apart. Grip the barbell sleeve with both hands or one hand (depending on variation), hinge at the hips, and keep your spine neutral. Initiate the movement by driving through the legs and hips, rotating the torso as you pull the bar upward in an arcing path across your body. Catch the barbell near chest height with a stable core, then control the descent back to the start position.

This movement develops the glutes, hamstrings, quads, shoulders, traps, obliques, and core, enhancing the body’s ability to transfer rotational energy into vertical or lateral power. It’s highly effective for athletes who rely on twisting, turning, and explosive redirection from functional fitness to field sports.

Common mistakes include pulling with the arms too early, losing balance during the rotation, or rounding the lower back. Cue “rotate through the hips,” “keep the bar close,” and “catch tall.”

At Relentless Bravery Fitness, the Landmine Rotational Clean represents dynamic precision the ability to harness movement from multiple planes and convert it into strength.

Program 3–5 sets of 4–6 reps per side, resting 60–90 seconds between sets for power, or use lighter loads for speed and conditioning.