Alpine skiers – and increasingly Nordic skiers as well – know the value of resistance training, especially heavy lifting. But there are enormous potential benefits to NOT lifting weights – but using the sled instead (above is arguably the best skier of all time, Mikaela Shiffrin, working the sled). Alpine skiers are known for their… Continue reading Skiers Should Use Sleds
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The BEST Athletes use Sleds
And so do my 10 year-old athletes, and my 70+ year old mother… Sleds are increasing in popularity as an amazing way to cultivate athletes. Here are just a few of the superstars that have incorporated sleds to their programs: Michael Phelps: Most decorated Olympic athlete of all time Mikaela Shiffrin: Multiple World Champion… Continue reading The BEST Athletes use Sleds
6 Days of Sleds Test Results
My 6 Days of Sleds experience was another success. I did 6 straight days of sled work to get a sense of what that kind of frequency would feel like. I know I can’t do 6 straight days of weightlifting, at least not if I want to walk any time soon. But as I discussed,… Continue reading 6 Days of Sleds Test Results
1% for the 1%
You hear a lot about optimization these days, at least I do. In the performance realm (business, sport, etc.), everyone is focused on optimization. Optimization is great. It is focused on the process, not the goal. Focusing on optimization means that we are focused on the steps we need to take, which is just what… Continue reading 1% for the 1%
Six Days of Sleds
So my next experiment revolves around frequency, hence I am doing six straight days of sled work, or at least trying, and will see how I feel. There are several reasons for this experiment. My body craves daily exercise. I get grumpy if I go too long without a good intense workout. My brain works… Continue reading Six Days of Sleds
Sled Rx 