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Sled Calf Press On Leg Press

Sled Calf Press On Leg Press: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: machine. Level: beginner.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentmachine
  • Levelbeginner
  • Forcepush
  • Typeisolation
  • Body partlower legs
Primary muscles
calves, hamstrings
Secondary muscles
quadriceps
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How to do it

  1. Adjust the seat of the leg press machine so that your knees are slightly bent when your feet are on the sled.
  2. Place your feet shoulder-width apart on the sled, with your toes pointing forward.
  3. Release the safety handles and push the sled away from you by extending your knees and ankles.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the sled back down by bending your knees and ankles.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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