Equipmentsled machine
Difficultyintermediate
glutesupper legs
Sled Closer Hack Squat
The sled closer hack squat is a lower body exercise performed on a sled machine, primarily targeting the glutes while also engaging the quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves. It involves squatting with your back against a pad and feet on a platform, moving the weight by extending and flexing the knees and hips.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Adjust the sled machine to a comfortable weight and position yourself with your back against the pad.
- 2.Place your feet shoulder-width apart on the platform, toes slightly pointed outwards.
- 3.Grip the handles on the sides of the machine for stability.
- 4.Engage your core and slowly lower your body by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight.
- 5.Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground or slightly below.
- 6.Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to extend your legs and return to the starting position.
- 7.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
quadricepshamstringscalves
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