Sled Push

Technique

Load the sled and position yourself behind it with arms extended and a slight forward lean. Drive through the balls of your feet with short, powerful steps to push the sled forward. Keep your core braced and back flat throughout. Maintain constant forward pressure without letting the sled stall.

Steps

1. Load the sled and stand behind the handles
2. Extend your arms and lean slightly forward
3. Brace your core and keep your back flat
4. Drive through the balls of your feet with short, powerful steps
5. Maintain constant forward pressure as you push the sled

Common mistakes

• Rounding the lower back while leaning forward
• Taking long strides that reduce driving force
• Letting the hips rise above the shoulders
• Allowing the sled to stall between steps

Variations

• High-handle sled push
• Low-handle sled push
• Heavy sled power push
• Light sled sprint push

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