Sled 45° Narrow Stance Leg Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Sled machine
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Adductor Magnus, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Narrow Stance Leg Press
How to: Sled 45° Narrow Stance Leg Press
- Sit on the sled machine with your back against the pad.
- Place your feet on the platform, shoulder-width apart.
- Push through your heels and extend your legs without locking your knees.
- Slowly return to the starting position, keeping control of the movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not pushing through the heels, which can lead to strain.
- Allowing knees to collapse inward.
- Using excessive weight without proper form.
Modifications
- Reduce the weight to maintain form.
- Perform the exercise with a wider stance to distribute weight differently.
Tips
- Keep your back against the sled for support.
- Ensure your knees do not extend beyond your toes to avoid injury.
- Control the motion, pushing through your heels.
Sled 45° Narrow Stance Leg Press Alternatives
Tags
strength
leg press
thighs
glutes
quadriceps
weight training