Sled Overhead Backward Walk

A shoulders exercise targeting the shoulders.

Sled Overhead Backward Walk demonstration
Sled Overhead Backward Walk β€” demonstration

Body part

Shoulders

Equipment

Other

Target muscles

Shoulders

Secondary muscles

Calves, Middle Back, Quadriceps

How to do Sled Overhead Backward Walk

  1. Attach dual handles to a sled connected by a rope or chain. Load the sled to a light weight.

  2. 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.

  3. Walk backwards, keeping your arms raised above your head. Avoid jerky movements.

Muscles worked

Primary (target)

Shoulders

Secondary

CalvesMiddle BackQuadriceps

Related exercises

All shoulders exercises β†’

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