calvesmachine
sled lying calf press
sled lying calf press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Adjust the sled machine to a comfortable weight.
Step 2. Sit on the sled machine with your back against the pad and your feet on the platform.
Step 3. Place your toes and the balls of your feet on the edge of the platform, with your heels hanging off.
Step 4. Push the platform away from you by extending your ankles, keeping your knees slightly bent.
Step 5. Continue pushing until your calves are fully contracted.
Step 6. Hold the contraction for a moment, then slowly lower the platform back 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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