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Sandbag Load

Strongman loading drill that laps a sandbag, re-grips it to the chest, and extends the hips to place it on a platform.

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Sandbag Load demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCoreUpper BackBicepsForearms

Equipment

Sandbag

Sets × reps

3 × 6

Rest

2 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand close to the sandbag, hinge down, and secure both hands underneath or around the bag.
  2. 02Extend the hips and knees to bring the bag onto the thighs in a lapped position.
  3. 03Re-grip higher around the bag and pull it tightly into the chest.
  4. 04Drive through the legs and hips to place the bag fully onto the platform or target without twisting.
  5. 05Ensure the bag is stable on the surface, then step back and reset before the next repetition.

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