Sleds
Sleds build raw pushing and pulling power that transfers directly to sports performance. Load with plates and push, pull, or drag for brutal conditioning work.
Weight sleds work on turf, concrete, or...
See allSleds build raw pushing and pulling power that transfers directly to sports performance. Load with plates and push, pull, or drag for brutal conditioning work.
Weight sleds work on turf, concrete, or asphalt (with runners). Prowler-style sleds have both high and low push handles. Start light — sled work is deceptively exhausting.
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Sleds build raw pushing and pulling power that transfers directly to sports performance. Load with plates and push, pull, or drag for brutal conditioning work. Weight sleds work on turf, concrete, or...
See allSleds build raw pushing and pulling power that transfers directly to sports performance. Load with plates and push, pull, or drag for brutal conditioning work.
Weight sleds work on turf, concrete, or asphalt (with runners). Prowler-style sleds have both high and low push handles. Start light — sled work is deceptively exhausting.
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Consider your training surface first. Sleds with replaceable skid plates work on concrete and asphalt but wear faster. Turf-specific sleds glide smoothly on artificial grass. If you train on multiple surfaces, look for sleds with interchangeable runners. Prowler-style sleds with both high and low handles offer the most exercise variety — high for sprints, low for heavy grinding pushes.
Weight capacity matters if you plan to load heavy. Budget sleds hold 60-80kg of plates, while competition sleds handle 200kg+. Check plate post diameter — most use Olympic (50mm) but some use standard (25mm). A harness attachment point is essential if you want to do drag work and partner pulls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a sled damage my garage floor or driveway?
On smooth concrete, metal runners will scratch and wear over time. Use UHMW plastic skid plates to minimize damage, or train on a strip of artificial turf. Rubber mats don't work well — sleds bunch them up. For driveways, textured concrete handles sled work better than polished floors.
How much weight should I start with on a sled?
Start with just the empty sled (15-25kg typically) for 20-meter pushes. A good starting load for conditioning is roughly 50% of your body weight on the sled. For heavy strength work, work up to 1-2x bodyweight. Sled work has zero eccentric loading, so you can go heavy without excessive soreness.
What's better for conditioning: pushing or pulling?
Both are excellent but target different muscles. Pushing emphasizes quads, glutes, and calves. Pulling builds upper back, biceps, and posterior chain. The best conditioning protocols alternate between both. A sled with a rope attachment lets you do hand-over-hand pulls for brutal upper body work.
Do I need a long track for sled training?
Not necessarily. A 15-20 meter strip is enough for most conditioning work — just push out and drag back. For sprint-focused training, 30-40 meters is ideal. You can also do stationary sled pushes against a wall for time if space is very limited.
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