Most fitness trainers and exercise enthusiasts agree that the push-pull-legs routine ... With lateral pulldowns, you use your pulling muscles to pull the cables or bar down to your chest.

Graham's training schedule was intense, with five strength workouts (two 'push', two 'pull' and one 'legs ... Use a wide grip ...

That means the sleds, especially the push ... cable rows will also help with pulling power.' Wilson adds, 'Deadlifts and single-arm dumbbell rows also have a good carryover to the sled pull.