Not quite, maybe from a physics standpoint but try pushing the sled from the very bottom 😮💨. You want an angle where you can get traction of the floor and lateral momentum.
@@woodsyworkout - the straight arm you arm doing is way too high. You should be in the middle. But guess the weight does change the technique but I’ve always pushed quicker at pro weight straight arm. You just need to be in the right low body position,
Thank you for the informative video. You can clearly see in the recorded videos how the sledge often lifts off the ground at the back, which means that a (large) part of the energy used is not used for the forward movement, but for lifting. This does not seem very effective to me. I imagine that this is not so extreme in the technique with straight arms, or am I mistaken?
Actually a slight lift is beneficial in reducing the amount of surface area of the sled that is in contact with the ground and therefore reduce the friction and giving it some forward momentum like a wheelbarrow. Too much and it will nose dive so you don’t want to try a lift it just get in tight and drive your hips forward and the sled will do it it’s thing. Straight arms are only effective with a relatively light weight, if you keep increasing the weight you won’t be able to push it with straight arms but you still will with bent arms.
@woodsyworkout1959 Thanks for the explanation. As I'm still training for my first Hyrox at the moment, I'm trying to gather as much info as possible so I'm well prepared. Even though the physics don't support it that way, as the frictional resistance doesn't depend on the size of the surface but only on the texture and weight, I rely on your much greater experience and will incorporate the technique you describe into my training. Keep up the good work.
One question I have though because I've seen completely opposite answers: Elbow push vs. Shoulder push. I know that each person has their style but from a general perspective, which one suits the weakers athletes and which one's suits the stronger one's best? My first event (Madrid) is coming and the sled part is getting me really nervous :(
@@woodsyworkout after my first experience and as a smaller athlete I have to say that it is a hugeeee difference between both stance. The shoulders through stance is much easier, at least for me. In fact it was easier than what I expected. On the other side, the pull was a nightmare....
Not training for any races but using for rehab. The straight arm stance causes my wrists to become very sensitive after a session. If I put weight through them at an angle I get a sharp pain. So was looking for a form guide. Will try the shoulders through method.
Done my first mens hyrox sim on Sunday the sled kicked my ass mind you I'm only 5 foot 6 and 9 stone and had never pushed are pulled one before got humbled 🙂
my gym has no sled. What to do? I can do 165% of my bodyweight in a 1RP deadlift. Is this strong enough for a Hyrox race? I do 3 x run/week as well and I can do 10k erg in about 43 minutes.
I’ve done a separate video on what to do if you don’t have a sled called “Hyrox Sled Alternatives” which you can check out. It sounds like you’ll be capable to do a hyrox. What is your body weight?
I have only used two pairs of brooks launch I haven’t never had any grip issues. By the looks of things the levitate have the same material but different pattern so I’m sure they will be fine
Hi thanks for the video. I guess the open division weight is 335 pounds does that include weight of the sled ? If so how much does sled weight ? Also how much extra weight would you recommend assuming you were able to get through the required weight
if you look up the hyrox rulebook it has the weights listed for each division including the sled. The sled weighs 27kg. I can't give a recommendation on the weight to use as each gym sled and surface is different but try to doing 12.5m at a time and build up to as much weight as you can.
can you not just put your shoulders on the bar rather than through and push as if your ina rugby scrum? i do that in my gym and it feels the most powerful as no arms are involved
You can but having your torso over the sled bring the legs closer to the weight which I find helps. Also you need broad shoulders to comfortably rest them on the bars so not everyone can use that technique.
The only thing that matters is getting your push as low as possible on the sled. Maximizes lateral push, as such minimizes fricton. All that matters.
Not quite, maybe from a physics standpoint but try pushing the sled from the very bottom 😮💨. You want an angle where you can get traction of the floor and lateral momentum.
@@woodsyworkout well yes. That’s what I meant by “as low as possible”. Obviously you can’t be laying on the ground
@@jswede1have you actually tried pushing a heavy from as low as possible?
@@woodsyworkout - the straight arm you arm doing is way too high. You should be in the middle. But guess the weight does change the technique but I’ve always pushed quicker at pro weight straight arm. You just need to be in the right low body position,
Thank you for the informative video. You can clearly see in the recorded videos how the sledge often lifts off the ground at the back, which means that a (large) part of the energy used is not used for the forward movement, but for lifting. This does not seem very effective to me. I imagine that this is not so extreme in the technique with straight arms, or am I mistaken?
Actually a slight lift is beneficial in reducing the amount of surface area of the sled that is in contact with the ground and therefore reduce the friction and giving it some forward momentum like a wheelbarrow. Too much and it will nose dive so you don’t want to try a lift it just get in tight and drive your hips forward and the sled will do it it’s thing. Straight arms are only effective with a relatively light weight, if you keep increasing the weight you won’t be able to push it with straight arms but you still will with bent arms.
@woodsyworkout1959 Thanks for the explanation. As I'm still training for my first Hyrox at the moment, I'm trying to gather as much info as possible so I'm well prepared. Even though the physics don't support it that way, as the frictional resistance doesn't depend on the size of the surface but only on the texture and weight, I rely on your much greater experience and will incorporate the technique you describe into my training. Keep up the good work.
My gym has about a 15 yard sled push but half goes into incline then a decline on the way back. It's brutal. I love it!
Nice keep pushing uphill and you’ll be ready to Rox
One question I have though because I've seen completely opposite answers: Elbow push vs. Shoulder push. I know that each person has their style but from a general perspective, which one suits the weakers athletes and which one's suits the stronger one's best? My first event (Madrid) is coming and the sled part is getting me really nervous :(
I would say the shoulders through stance it requires less upper body bracing, have a practice and you’ll be alright just take it at your own pace.
@@woodsyworkout after my first experience and as a smaller athlete I have to say that it is a hugeeee difference between both stance. The shoulders through stance is much easier, at least for me. In fact it was easier than what I expected. On the other side, the pull was a nightmare....
Not training for any races but using for rehab. The straight arm stance causes my wrists to become very sensitive after a session. If I put weight through them at an angle I get a sharp pain. So was looking for a form guide. Will try the shoulders through method.
Yeah try it out I think you would have less issues. Another option you could try is attaching a belt, I did this when I injured my shoulder.
Done my first mens hyrox sim on Sunday the sled kicked my ass mind you I'm only 5 foot 6 and 9 stone and had never pushed are pulled one before got humbled 🙂
The sleds will do that to you keep building up your leg strength and practice your pacing.
my gym has no sled. What to do?
I can do 165% of my bodyweight in a 1RP deadlift. Is this strong enough for a Hyrox race? I do 3 x run/week as well and I can do 10k erg in about 43 minutes.
I’ve done a separate video on what to do if you don’t have a sled called “Hyrox Sled Alternatives” which you can check out. It sounds like you’ll be capable to do a hyrox. What is your body weight?
Hey! Do you think the Brooks Levitate GTS 6 have enough grip for the sled push?
I have only used two pairs of brooks launch I haven’t never had any grip issues. By the looks of things the levitate have the same material but different pattern so I’m sure they will be fine
Hi thanks for the video. I guess the open division weight is 335 pounds does that include weight of the sled ? If so how much does sled weight ? Also how much extra weight would you recommend assuming you were able to get through the required weight
if you look up the hyrox rulebook it has the weights listed for each division including the sled. The sled weighs 27kg. I can't give a recommendation on the weight to use as each gym sled and surface is different but try to doing 12.5m at a time and build up to as much weight as you can.
What is the surface the sled push is on in hyrox?
It’s a thin carpet
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can you not just put your shoulders on the bar rather than through and push as if your ina rugby scrum? i do that in my gym and it feels the most powerful as no arms are involved
You can but having your torso over the sled bring the legs closer to the weight which I find helps. Also you need broad shoulders to comfortably rest them on the bars so not everyone can use that technique.
I have zero idea why you guys think any of these techniques are good. Get low and drive arms forward. Makes zero sense to push upright.