Power Sled Backward Push

Power Sled Backward Push demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Place your hands on the handles of the sled, bending your knees slightly.
  • 2Push through your legs to move the sled backwards, maintaining a straight back.
  • 3Keep your core engaged, and continue to push the sled with your weight in your heels.
  • 4Do this for a set distance or time frame, then rest before the next set.
  • 5Maintain a consistent, slow, and controlled movements throughout.

Tips:

  • Stay low and engage all of your leg muscles, not just your thighs.
  • Keep your back straight and don't let your shoulders slump.
  • Ensure to push through your heels to truly engage your glutes and quads.
  • Breathe appropriately, inhaling as you prepare to push and exhaling as you push the sled away.

Power Sled Backward Push Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs