Casualty Drag
Quick Information
Category
Tactical Training
Difficulty
Intermediate
Equipment
Sled
Primary muscle group
Quadriceps, Gluteus Maximus
Secondary muscle groups
Erector Spinae, Forearms, Trunk, Trapezius
Movement pattern
Backward Drag
Training goal
Load Carriage
Sport
Tactical / Military
Overview
Purpose. Build the specific strength and work capacity needed to move a load or person quickly.
How it fits the system. An intermediate-level backward drag entry in the Tactical Training section, programmed to develop load carriage. Related work in the library: Seated Rope Pull and Sandbag Front Squat.
Primary muscles
Quadriceps, Gluteus Maximus
Secondary muscles
Erector Spinae, Forearms, Trunk, Trapezius
Movement pattern
Backward Drag
Equipment
Sled
Difficulty
Intermediate
How to Perform
- Set a weighted dummy or loaded sled with handles or straps.
- Take a firm grip and set the back flat with the trunk braced.
- Drop the hips and lean back against the load.
- Drive backwards with short, powerful steps.
- Keep the load moving rather than stopping and restarting.
- Cover the prescribed distance, then rest fully.
Coaching Cues
- Lean back against the load rather than bending forward.
- Keep the trunk braced and the back flat.
- Take short, driving steps.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back to grip and drag.
- Stopping and restarting repeatedly.
- Loading too heavily to move continuously.
Progressions & Regressions
Progressions
Increase load or distance, or reduce rest.
Regressions
Reduce load and distance.
When to Use It
When to use
For tactical and occupational work capacity.
When not to use
With current lower-back symptoms.
Programming
4 to 6 drags of 15 to 25 metres with full rest.
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