Uphill Push (Sled)

A pushing exercise performed on an incline or hill using a weighted sled to maximize lower body strength and power.

Instructions

1. Load a sled to an appropriate weight and position yourself at the bottom of an incline or hill.
2. Grasp the handles with both hands at approximately waist to chest height.
3. Assume an athletic stance facing up the incline with core engagement.
4. Drive forward and upward, pushing the sled up the incline with power and control.
5. Maintain forward momentum while fighting against the incline resistance.
6. Continue to the top of the prescribed distance or until you reach your target area.

Tips

• The incline adds significant resistance, demanding high effort and power.
• Drive powerfully from your legs; the incline makes this a quad-dominant movement.
• Maintain upright posture and core bracing throughout the incline push.
• Your pace will naturally decrease compared to flat sled pushes due to the incline.
• This variation builds exceptional leg strength and develops significant metabolic demand.