Equipmentsled machine
Difficultybeginner
calveslower legs
Sled Lying Calf Press
The sled lying calf press is a machine-based exercise targeting the calves, performed by pressing a weighted sled away using the balls of the feet while lying on the machine.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Adjust the sled machine to a comfortable weight.
- 2.Sit on the sled machine with your back against the pad and your feet on the platform.
- 3.Place your toes and the balls of your feet on the edge of the platform, with your heels hanging off.
- 4.Push the platform away from you by extending your ankles, keeping your knees slightly bent.
- 5.Continue pushing until your calves are fully contracted.
- 6.Hold the contraction for a moment, then slowly lower the platform back to the starting position.
- 7.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
hamstringsglutes
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