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FULL BODY · COMPOUND

Bear Crawl Drag

A crawling drill in which a weight is dragged laterally or forward while the trunk stays stable.

Primary musclesCore, Shoulders
Secondary musclesBack, Quads, Glutes
EquipmentDumbbell or kettlebell
DifficultyAdvanced · Locomotion
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How to perform

  1. Start in a controlled bear position with the weight beside you.
  2. Move opposite hand and foot while dragging the weight with the free hand.
  3. Continue slowly without rotating the hips excessively.

Tips

  • Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
  • Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the core as the intended focus.

Common mistakes

  • Using more load or speed than you can control.
  • Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.

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