Sled work involves pushing or pulling a weighted sled across ground, creating full-body resistance training with minimal joint impact. This versatile tool allows for strength development, power training, or metabolic conditioning depending on load and speed. The natural movement patterns and scalable resistance make sled work valuable across all fitness levels and goals.

At Beyond Movement, we utilize sleds for various training objectives—from rehabilitation to elite power development. The lack of eccentric loading makes sled work ideal for adding training volume without excessive soreness, while the movement patterns transfer directly to athletic performance. We emphasize proper body positioning and breathing strategies to maximize benefits while preventing compensation patterns.

Sled training develops unique attributes difficult to achieve through other methods. The continuous tension builds strength endurance, while the forward lean of pushing develops sprint-specific power. Athletes appreciate the sport-specific positions possible, while general populations benefit from the functional movement patterns and low injury risk. The exercise proves particularly valuable for those returning from injury or seeking joint-friendly conditioning.