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Sled Forward Drag with Press

IntermediateStrengthTier T3

Face away from a loaded sled and hold the strap handles at chest height. Lean into the straps and march forward. With each stride, press both handles forward in a chest-press motion.

Targets: Shoulder

Stop if

Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.

This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.

  • Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
  • Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.

Equipment needed

  • Works at the gym

sled

Gym

  • sled + strap or belt (No safe home substitute has been reviewed yet.)

Dosage

3

Sets

8

Reps / Time

60 sec

Rest

controlled

Tempo

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up

  • Attach the strap handles to the loaded sled.
  • Stand facing away from the sled holding the handles.
  1. He stands facing away from the loaded sled, both strap handles at his chest, the straps taut back to the sled behind.

    Step 1 of 5

    Stand facing away from the loaded sled, both strap handles held at chest height, straps taut behind.

  2. He leans forward into the straps taking the first step, the sled behind beginning to drag, his body angled into the load.

    Step 2 of 5

    Lean the body forward into the straps and take the first step, the sled beginning to drag.

  3. Mid-stride, he has pressed both handles vigorously forward at chest height while the sled continues dragging behind.

    Step 3 of 5

    With the next forward stride, press both handles vigorously forward in a chest-press motion.

  4. He continues marching forward with the sled dragging behind, the press rhythm repeating with each step.

    Step 4 of 5

    Keep marching forward, pressing the handles with each step across the distance.

  5. He stands facing away from the loaded sled, both strap handles at his chest, the straps taut back to the sled behind.

    Step 5 of 5

    Stand facing away from the loaded sled, both strap handles held at chest height, straps taut behind.

Safety Information

Anyone with a shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, back or balance problem should ask a physical therapist or physician before attempting this exercise and stop at pain or dizziness. Stop if the exercise causes pain or you become unwell. Seek appropriate professional advice about symptoms or suitability.

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