Calves · Sled machine · Beginner

How to do Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise

The sled forward angled calf raise is a resistance exercise performed on a sled machine, targeting the calf muscles. The movement involves raising and lowering the heels while the toes remain on the platform, using the sled machine for added resistance.

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise demonstration
Primary muscle
Calves
Also works
Hamstrings and Glutes
Equipment
Sled machine
Level
Beginner
Category
Legs

How to do Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise, step by 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.
  2. Place your hands on the handles or the sides of the machine for support.
  3. Engage your calves and slowly raise your heels as high as possible, pushing against the resistance of the sled.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise works your calves as the main mover, with help from your hamstrings and glutes.

Track Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise in SPLYT

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise 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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