Back·Other·Compound
Sled Row
Upper Back · Other
Beginner
Body Part
Back
Equipment
Other
Level
Beginner
Type
Compound
Force
Pull
The Sled Row is a beginner other exercise that primarily targets the Upper Back.
Muscles Worked
Upper Back primaryBiceps secondaryLats secondary
How to Do the Sled Row
- 1Attach dual handles to a sled connected by a rope or chain. Load the sled to an appropriate weight. Face the sled, backing up until there is some tension in the line.
- 2With a handle in each hand, bend the knees slightly, keep your head and chest up, and begin with your arms extended.
- 3To initiate the movement, flex the elbow as you retract your shoulder blades, pulling the sled towards you.
- 4Take a step or two back to get tension in the line and repeat.
Related Exercises
Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB.