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Originally Posted by Eric3237
Don't think sled dragging is a good idea. It would be better for developing muscular endurance than it would for speed. It's one of those things like putting on ankle weights that sounds good but doesn't work in reality. It comes back to moving slow to train speed. The things you do to train need to be closer in nature to the thing you're training for.
Moving slow with a sled reinforces moving slow. Also running is VERY form specific. If you've ever run track you'll know that you have to get down your technique and improve that to go you fastest. Dragging something changes the mehanics too much. Puts you in a position conducive to dragging NOT sprinting. You would get MUCH more benefit out of regualar sprint drills without a sled.
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Yes, the sled angle is a little awkward but it was a suggestion to put on top of any other training. I know I've seen football players use sleds and definitely use parachutes for power and speed off the line.
The sled will make you move "slow" but when using the sled or better yet a parachute, you have to keep your legs pumping and knees high at a fast pace.