Sled Chest Press
Muscle Groups: Chest, Triceps
Sled Chest Press focuses on Chest, Triceps, with Abs, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Sled Chest Press with proper form and technique.
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Stand behind the sled with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent. Push your hands against the sled handles at chest level.
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Engage your core and press the handles forward until your arms are fully extended, keeping your elbows slightly bent at the top.
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Slowly bring the sled back towards you, maintaining control without letting it jerk backward.
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Repeat for desired reps, keeping your back straight and feet grounded.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Sled Chest Press safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight throughout the movement to stabilize your body and prevent injury.
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Avoid locking your elbows at the end of the push – keep them slightly bent for joint safety.
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Ensure your shoulders are relaxed and away from your ears to prevent strain.
Secondary Muscles
While Sled Chest Press primarily targets Chest, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Sled Chest Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Sled Chest Press, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
