Sled 45 degrees Wide Stance Leg Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Sled machine
- Body Part
- Hips, Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus, Adductor Magnus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
How to: Sled 45 degrees Wide Stance Leg Press
- Sit on the sled with your back firmly against the pad and feet wide on the platform.
- Adjust the sled's weight to a comfortable level.
- Lower your knees slowly towards your chest until there’s a 90-degree bend.
- Push through your heels to press the sled back to the starting position.
- Keep your core engaged and do not lock your knees at the top.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing knees to collapse inward during the lift.
- Not going low enough in the press.
- Rounding the back instead of keeping it straight.
Modifications
- Reduce the weight on the sled to accommodate for muscle fatigue.
- Perform the exercise with a narrower stance if wider stance is uncomfortable.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the lift to maintain stability.
- Ensure your feet are positioned properly for optimal pressure on the targeted muscles.
- Avoid locking your knees at the peak of the movement.
Sled 45 degrees Wide Stance Leg Press Alternatives
Tags
leg press
strength training
lower body
glutes
quadriceps
sled machine