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
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
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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