Sled Side Leg Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hips
- Equipment
- Sled machine
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Hips
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Thighs
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Sled Leg Press
How to: Sled Side Leg Press
- Stand with your back against the sled, feet shoulder-width apart.
- Place your feet on the sled platform and ensure they are firmly planted.
- Lower your body into a squat position while pushing against the sled.
- Drive through your heels to extend your legs and push the sled forward.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not using a full range of motion.
- Allowing knees to collapse inward.
- Lifting heels off the platform.
Modifications
- Use a lighter sled weight to start and gradually increase as strength improves.
- Perform the exercise at a slower pace for better control.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Push through your heels to engage your glutes more effectively.
- Ensure your knees do not extend past your toes during the exercise.
Sled Side Leg Press Alternatives
Tags
hip strength
quadriceps
sled training
lower body
strength training
exercise