The humble sled has made its way from American football gridirons, into strongman gyms, through CrossFit “boxes,” and has arrived as a mainstay of everyday training. The sled’s rise to ubiquity is fueled ... Continue Reading
Science Investigates Optimal Loads for Sled Pulls
Weighted sprinting has become a controversial topic of late. It’s a method that has pros and cons, with research to support both. In a recent study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, ... Continue Reading
Science Says Sled Training Improves Sprint Times
Sled training has become a staple training method in the fitness world. Bodybuilders use it for conditioning and muscle-building purposes, whereas sprinters use it to improve acceleration. Acceleration is ... Continue Reading
