Sled Pull
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Technique
Attach a rope or straps to a loaded sled and face away from it. Walk or run forward, pulling the sled behind you with steady, driving steps. Keep your torso leaning slightly forward and your arms pumping in rhythm. Maintain constant tension on the rope throughout the distance.
Steps
- Attach a rope or straps to a loaded sled and face away from it
- Walk or run forward, pulling the sled behind you with steady, driving steps
- Keep your torso leaning slightly forward and your arms pumping in rhythm
- Maintain constant tension on the rope throughout the distance
- Repeat for the prescribed distance or number of trips
Common mistakes
- Letting the rope go slack between pulls instead of keeping steady tension
- Standing too upright, reducing the drive through the legs
- Taking choppy, short steps instead of steady driving strides
Variations
- Sled pull holding the rope in one hand for a unilateral core challenge
- Sled pull walking backward instead of forward for a different muscle emphasis
- Heavy sled pull for short distance as a max-effort strength variation
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What muscles does Sled Pull work?
Muscles: Lats, Quads, Forearm Flexors.
What equipment do I need for Sled Pull?
Equipment: Other.
Where can I do Sled Pull?
Location: Gym.
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