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sled forward angled calf raise

sled forward angled calf raise is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Adjust the sled machine to a comfortable weight and position yourself on the machine with your toes on the platform and your heels hanging off.

Step 2

Place your hands on the handles or the sides of the machine for support.

Step 3

Engage your calves and slowly raise your heels as high as possible, pushing against the resistance of the sled.

Step 4

Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

calves

Secondary muscles

hamstringsglutes

Primary body parts

calves

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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