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Sled Overhead Backward Walk
Sled Overhead Backward Walk is a beginner strength exercise. It works the shoulders, with help from the calves, middle back and quadriceps.
beginnerotherpull movementcompoundstrength
- Main muscles
- shoulders
- Also works
- calves, middle back, quadriceps
How to do it
- Attach dual handles to a sled connected by a rope or chain. Load the sled to a light weight.
- Face the sled, backing up until there is some tension in the line. Hold your hands directly above your head with your elbows extended. This will be your starting position.
- Walk backwards, keeping your arms raised above your head. Avoid jerky movements.
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General information, not medical advice: start light, learn the movement before adding weight, and ask a qualified coach or doctor if you are injured or unsure. Exercise data from the Free Exercise DB (public domain).