Sled Lying Calf Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gastrocnemius
- Equipment
- Sled machine
- Body Part
- Calves
- Primary Muscle
- Gastrocnemius
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Calf Press on Sled
How to: Sled Lying Calf Press
- Adjust the sled machine to your preferred weight.
- Sit down with your back against the backrest and feet on the sled platform.
- Push the sled away from you by extending your ankles and pressing through your toes.
- Hold for a moment at full extension and then slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing knees to buckle inward during the press.
- Using excessive weight leading to poor form.
- Not fully extending the legs at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a lighter weight if experiencing strain.
- Use a lower sled position for a reduced range of motion.
Tips
- Ensure that your feet are positioned correctly on the sled platform.
- Engage your core to maintain stability throughout the movement.
- Control the movement and avoid bouncing at the bottom position.
Sled Lying Calf Press Alternatives
Tags
calves
strength
gym
sled
muscle
lower body