Leverage training sled

A method of manufacturing a sled, comprising:

• providing a first and a second elongate member;
• providing a cross member that extends at least between the first elongate member and the second elongate member;
• providing a contact member that is positioned adjacent to the cross member, wherein the contact member is positioned at a first angle relative to the cross member and is configured to pivot at least from the first angle to a second angle;
• providing an upright member that extends from the cross member;
• and
• providing an impact absorbing member that extends between a portion of the upright member and a portion of the contact member.

A leverage training sled, comprising:

• a first sliding member and a second sliding member;
• a support member coupled to a portion of the first sliding member and to a portion of the second sliding member;
• a collision member positioned adjacent to a portion of the support member, wherein the collision member is positioned at an angle relative to the support member;
• a pivot member coupled to the support member and the collision member;
• a column that extends substantially vertically from the support member;
• and
• a impact absorbing member having an internal pressure and that extends between a portion of the column and a portion of the collision member.