Reverse Flye (Sled)

Level
beginner
Force
pull
Mechanic
isolation
Equipment
sled
Category
strength
Primary Muscles
Reverse Flye (Sled)Reverse Flye (Sled)

A sled-based shoulder isolation exercise where you pull the sled while performing a reverse fly motion.

Instructions

  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. Take both handles at arms length at about waist level. Bend the knees slightly and keep your chest and head up. This will be your starting position.
  3. Without flexing the elbow, pull the handles upward and apart, performing a reverse fly with some external rotation. Your palms should be facing forward as you do this.
  4. Return to the starting position, taking a couple steps back to take the slack out of the line.

Tips

  • Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
  • Focus on pulling from your rear deltoids rather than your arms.
  • Maintain an upright posture as you pull.

Recommended starting values

Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.

Goal Sets Reps Weight
Male Female
Gain strength 3 9 reps 22 kg 12 kg
Build muscle 3 13 reps 20 kg 11 kg
Build endurance 3 16 reps 15 kg 8 kg

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