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Sled Pull

50m

Pulling a weighted sled 50 meters toward you using a rope while moving backward. Men 103kg, women 78kg.

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Training Tips

  1. 1

    Sit back into a low squat position

  2. 2

    Pull hand-over-hand in a smooth rhythm

  3. 3

    Dig your heels into the ground

  4. 4

    Keep your center of gravity low

Common Mistakes

  • Standing upright while pulling - sit LOW

  • Pulling with arms only - use your legs and back

  • Letting the rope go slack between pulls

Sample Workout

4x50m sled pull at race weight + 200m run after each. Rest 90s.

Equipment

The Sled + rope is what you'll use on race day. If you're training seriously, having access to race-day equipment makes a real difference in your preparation.

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