{"id":43439,"date":"2022-05-20T20:43:52","date_gmt":"2022-05-20T20:43:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=43439"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"sled-push-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/","title":{"rendered":"Sled Push Workout: How To Use It To Build Power, Speed, And Endurance"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#What_Is_A_Sled_Push\" >What Is A Sled Push?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#How_To_Do_A_Sled_Push_Workout\" >How To Do A Sled Push Workout<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#What_Muscles_Does_The_Sled_Push_Work\" >What Muscles Does The Sled Push Work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Abs\" >Abs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Chest\" >Chest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Shoulders\" >Shoulders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Triceps\" >Triceps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Quadriceps\" >Quadriceps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Calves\" >Calves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Hamstrings\" >Hamstrings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Glutes\" >Glutes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#How_To_Use_A_Sled_Push_To_Build_Power\" >How To Use A Sled Push To Build Power<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#How_To_Use_A_Sled_Push_To_Build_Speed\" >How To Use A Sled Push To Build Speed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#How_To_Use_A_Sled_Push_To_Build_Endurance\" >How To Use A Sled Push To Build Endurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Benefits_Of_The_Sled_Push\" >Benefits Of The Sled Push<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Its_A_Compound_Exercise\" >It&#8217;s A Compound Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Its_A_High-Intensity_Exercise\" >It&#8217;s A High-Intensity Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Overall_Conditioning\" >Overall Conditioning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Improved_Functional_Strength\" >Improved Functional Strength<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Sled_Push_Form_Tips\" >Sled Push Form Tips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Engage_Your_Core\" >Engage Your Core<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Keep_Your_Knees_In_Line_With_Your_Feet\" >Keep Your Knees In Line With Your Feet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Keep_Your_Back_Straight\" >Keep Your Back Straight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Face_Your_Pelvis_And_Torso_Forward\" >Face Your Pelvis And Torso Forward<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Push_With_Your_Legs_Not_Your_Arms\" >Push With Your Legs, Not Your Arms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Finish_With_A_Sprint\" >Finish With A Sprint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Wear_Shoes_With_A_Good_Grip\" >Wear Shoes With A Good Grip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#Arm_Positioning\" >Arm Positioning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/sled-push-workout\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combining strength training with cardio can be an extremely effective way to build power, speed, and endurance. And one of the best exercises for accomplishing this is the sled push. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is a compound movement that works multiple muscle groups at once, making it great for building overall strength. But because it also gets your heart rate up, it can be used as a form of cardio training as well. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article,\u00a0 we\u2019ll show you how to do a sled push workout, and we\u2019ll also give you some tips on how to use it to get the most out of your training.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Sled_Push\"><\/span><strong>What Is A Sled Push?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sled push is an exercise that involves pushing a weighted sled across a surface. The resistance of the sled provides a great way to build strength, and the act of pushing it can also serve as a form of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bear-plank-chest-press\/\">cardio training<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Do_A_Sled_Push_Workout\"><\/span><strong>How To Do A Sled Push Workout<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start with your feet shoulder-width apart and the sled in front of you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend down and grasp the sled\u2019s handles with both hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping your back straight, drive through your heels and extend your legs to push the sled forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the sled moves forward, keep your arms extended and resist the urge to lean forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the sled has moved a few feet, reverse direction and pull it back toward you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Repeat for a set of 10-12 reps.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Muscles_Does_The_Sled_Push_Work\"><\/span><strong>What Muscles Does The Sled Push Work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stairs-workout-muscles\/\">full body workout<\/a>. When done correctly, it works:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Abs\"><\/span><strong>Abs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The abs are a set of muscles located at the front of the trunk. The main function of the abs is to support the spine and allow the body to bend and twist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sprint-workouts\/\">your abs<\/a> work to stabilize <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/active-rest-day\/\">your body<\/a> and keep you from toppling over.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chest\"><\/span><strong>Chest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The chest muscles comprise the large, flat muscles of the chest that attach to the front of the shoulder. The main function of the chest muscles is to move the arm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, your chest muscles work to keep your arms moving in a forward motion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/aqua-jogging-workouts\/\">What Are Aqua Jogging Workouts? The New Workout That All Runners Should Try<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shoulders\"><\/span><strong>Shoulders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The shoulders are a set of muscles located at the top of the trunk. The main function of the shoulders is to move the arms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, your shoulders work to keep your arms moving in a forward motion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Triceps\"><\/span><strong>Triceps<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The triceps are a set of muscles located at the back of the upper arm. The main function of the triceps is to extend the elbow.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, your triceps work to keep your elbows moving in a forward motion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43412 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/24-1024x576.png\" alt=\"sled push workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/24.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/24-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/24.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/24.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quadriceps\"><\/span><strong>Quadriceps<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The quadriceps are a set of muscles located at the front of the thigh. The main function of the quadriceps is to extend the knee.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, your quadriceps work to keep your legs moving in a forward motion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calves\"><\/span><strong>Calves<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The calves are a set of muscles located at the back of the lower leg. The main function of the calves is to plantarflex the foot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, your calves work to keep your feet moving in a forward motion. They also work to keep you from toppling over.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hamstrings\"><\/span><strong>Hamstrings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hamstrings are a set of muscles located at the back of the thigh. The main function of the hamstrings is to flex the knee.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, your hamstrings contract to keep your legs moving in a forward motion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glutes\"><\/span><strong>Glutes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The glutes are a set of muscles located at the back of the hip. The main function of the glutes is to extend the hip.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, your glutes work to keep your hips moving in a forward motion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\">break the vicious cycle of weight loss<\/a> and tone up all the jiggly parts? Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43397 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/7-1024x576.png\" alt=\"sled push workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/7.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/7-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/7.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/7-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/7.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_A_Sled_Push_To_Build_Power\"><\/span><strong>How To Use A Sled Push To Build Power<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is a great exercise for building power. Power is the ability to generate force quickly. When you push a sled, you have to generate a lot of force quickly to move it forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes the sled push an ideal exercise for athletes who need to generate explosive power, such as sprinters and football players.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To build power with the sled push:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by adding weight to the sled. A good starting weight is 50-60% of your bodyweight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have the weight loaded on the sled, set up in a push position and explosively push the sled forward for 10-15 meters.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this for 5-8 sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_A_Sled_Push_To_Build_Speed\"><\/span><strong>How To Use A Sled Push To Build Speed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is also a great exercise for building speed. Speed is the ability to generate force quickly and move your body in a given direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, you have to generate a lot of force quickly to move it forward. This makes the sled push an ideal exercise for athletes who need to generate explosive power, such as sprinters and football players.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To build speed with the sled push:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by adding weight to the sled. A good starting weight is 50-60% of your bodyweight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have the weight loaded on the sled, set up in a push position and explosively push the sled forward for 10-15 meters.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this for 5-8 sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43342 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5962-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5962.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5962-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5962.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5962.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_A_Sled_Push_To_Build_Endurance\"><\/span><strong>How To Use A Sled Push To Build Endurance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is also a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hypertrophy-workout-plan\/\">great exercise<\/a> for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/running-in-place\/\">building endurance<\/a>. Endurance is the ability to generate force over an extended period of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push a sled, you have to generate a lot of force over an extended period of time to move it forward. This makes the sled push an <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cable-machine-exercises\/\">ideal exercise<\/a> for athletes who need to generate endurance, such as long-distance runners and cyclists.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To build endurance with the sled push:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by adding weight to the sled. A good starting weight is 50-60% of your bodyweight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have the weight loaded on the sled, set up in a push position and push the sled forward for 10-15 meters.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this for 5-8 sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/the-fitt-principle\/\">The FITT Principle: How Do You Apply It In Your Workout Plan?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42482 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5930-1024x576.png\" alt=\"sled push workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5930.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5930-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5930.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5930-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5930.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_Of_The_Sled_Push\"><\/span><strong>Benefits Of The Sled Push<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several reasons why the sled push is such a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/post-workout-recovery-shakes\/\">great exercise<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_A_Compound_Exercise\"><\/span><strong>It&#8217;s A Compound Exercise<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compound exercises are <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/dynamic-warm-up-exercises\/\">exercises<\/a> that work multiple muscle groups at the same time. The sled push is a compound exercise because it works the quads, hamstrings, glutes, calves, and shoulders all at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is important because compound exercises are more efficient than isolation exercises. They allow you to work more muscle groups in less time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_A_High-Intensity_Exercise\"><\/span><strong>It&#8217;s A High-Intensity Exercise<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is a high-intensity exercise. This means that it requires a lot of energy to perform. The more energy you expend, the more calories you burn (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25162652\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes the sled push a great exercise for weight loss. It&#8217;s also a great exercise for building muscle because it helps you build muscle faster (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25162652\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overall_Conditioning\"><\/span><strong>Overall Conditioning<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is a great exercise for overall conditioning. This is because it&#8217;s a compound exercise that works multiple muscle groups at the same time. It&#8217;s also a high-intensity exercise that requires a lot of energy to perform.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes the sled push an ideal exercise for people who want to improve their overall fitness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Functional_Strength\"><\/span><strong>Improved Functional Strength<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is a great exercise for functional strength. This is because it helps you develop the ability to generate force quickly. Functional strength is important for activities that require you to generate a lot of force quickly, such as sprinting and lifting heavy objects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push can also help improve your balance and coordination (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ksep-es.org\/upload\/pdf\/es-30-2-264.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is because you have to generate force evenly on both sides of your body to keep the sled moving in a straight line.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes the sled push a great exercise for people who want to improve their functional strength (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ksep-es.org\/upload\/pdf\/es-30-2-264.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42201 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5781-1024x576.png\" alt=\"sled push workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5781.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5781-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5781.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5781-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5781.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sled_Push_Form_Tips\"><\/span><strong>Sled Push Form Tips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your sled push workout:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engage_Your_Core\"><\/span><strong>Engage Your Core<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engaging your core means activating your abdominal and lower back muscles to stabilize your spine. This is important because it will help you generate more force and prevent injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To engage your core, start by taking a deep breath and bracing your abs. Then, imagine that you are trying to punch someone in the gut. This will help activate your core muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_Your_Knees_In_Line_With_Your_Feet\"><\/span><strong>Keep Your Knees In Line With Your Feet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push the sled, make sure that your knees stay in line with your feet. This will help you generate more force and prevent injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_Your_Back_Straight\"><\/span><strong>Keep Your Back Straight<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping your back straight will help you engage your core muscles and generate more force. It will also help prevent injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your spine should be in a neutral position, not rounded or arched.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Face_Your_Pelvis_And_Torso_Forward\"><\/span><strong>Face Your Pelvis And Torso Forward<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push the sled, make sure that your pelvis and torso are facing forward. This will help you engage your glutes and hamstrings and generate more force.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42157 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3983.png\" alt=\"sled push workout\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3983.png 960w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3983-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-3983.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Push_With_Your_Legs_Not_Your_Arms\"><\/span><strong>Push With Your Legs, Not Your Arms<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pushing with your legs will help you generate more force and prevent injuries. Pushing with your arms will only tire them out quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finish_With_A_Sprint\"><\/span><strong>Finish With A Sprint<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To really challenge your cardiovascular system, finish your sled push workout with a sprint. Sprinting is a great way to build power, speed, and endurance<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wear_Shoes_With_A_Good_Grip\"><\/span><strong>Wear Shoes With A Good Grip<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing shoes with a good grip will help you keep your footing when pushing the sled. This is especially important if you are pushing on a slippery surface.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arm_Positioning\"><\/span><strong>Arm Positioning<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Straight arms will make it harder to generate force. Bending your arms at a 90-degree angle will help you generate more force.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sled push is a great exercise for building power, speed, and endurance. It is also a great way to challenge your cardiovascular system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get the most out of your sled push workout, make sure to engage your core, keep your knees in line with your feet, and keep your back straight. You should also push with your legs, not your arms. And finally, finish with a sprint.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Sled_Push_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gif_Blue-1.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Combining strength training with cardio can be an extremely effective way to build power, speed, and endurance. And one of the best exercises for accomplishing this is the sled push. The sled push is a compound movement that works multiple muscle groups at once, making it great for building overall strength. 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And one of the best exercises for accomplishing this is the sled push. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The sled push is a compound movement that works multiple muscle groups at once, making it great for building overall strength. But because it also gets your heart rate up, it can be used as a form of cardio training as well. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">In this article,\u00a0 we\u2019ll show you how to do a sled push workout, and we\u2019ll also give you some tips on how to use it to get the most out of your training.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong>What Is A Sled Push?<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">A sled push is an exercise that involves pushing a weighted sled across a surface. 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