Exercise Comparison
Backward Drag vs Bench Jump
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Backward Drag
Instructions
Backward Drag
Load a sled with the desired weight, attaching a rope or straps to the sled that you can hold onto.
Begin the exercise by moving backwards for a given distance. Leaning back, extend through the legs for short steps to move as quickly as possible.
Bench Jump
Begin with a box or bench 1-2 feet in front of you. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position.
Perform a short squat in preparation for the jump; swing your arms behind you.
Rebound out of this position, extending through the hips, knees, and ankles to jump as high as possible. Swing your arms forward and up.
Jump over the bench, landing with the knees bent, absorbing the impact through the legs.
Turn around and face the opposite direction, then jump back over the bench.
Verdict
Both exercises target the quadriceps. Backward Drag is a beginner exercise using other, while Bench Jump is intermediate and uses bodyweight. Choose Backward Drag if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Bench Jump for a greater challenge.