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How to do Sled Calf Press On Leg Press

The sled calf press on leg press is an exercise that targets the calves using a sled (leg press) machine. It also engages the hamstrings and quadriceps as secondary muscles. The movement involves pressing the sled away using the balls of your feet, focusing on ankle extension.

Sled Calf Press On Leg Press demonstration
Primary muscle
Calves
Also works
Hamstrings and Quadriceps
Equipment
Sled machine
Level
Beginner
Category
Legs

How to do Sled Calf Press On Leg Press, step by step

  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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Muscles worked

Sled Calf Press On Leg Press works your calves as the main mover, with help from your hamstrings and quadriceps.

Track Sled Calf Press On Leg Press in SPLYT

Sled Calf Press On Leg Press is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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