MOVEMENT GUIDE / SLED / ROPE / TURF
Rope sled pull
Brace and pull hand over hand; manage the rope so it stays clear of your feet.
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Target muscles
Upper back, grip, legs and trunk
Setup
Use a clear lane, secure rope and a manageable load; practice rope handling first.
How to do it
Brace and pull hand over hand; manage the rope so it stays clear of your feet. Return slowly to the starting position. Keep breathing and stop if the movement causes pain.
Why use it?
Develop repeatable movement for hybrid fitness racing. Start with technique before race-distance volume.
Common mistake
Wrapping rope around a hand or stepping into loose rope.
Try an easier or different option
Cable rows and backward walking in a clear lane are supporting drills, not race equivalents.
Use the setup, movement, common mistake and easier option above. A selected external demonstration for this exact variation has not been added yet.
Exercise within a comfortable range. Stop if a movement causes pain.
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