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How to do Sled One Leg Calf Press On Leg Press

The sled one leg calf press on leg press is a machine-based exercise targeting the calves, performed one leg at a time for increased isolation and intensity. It also engages the hamstrings and glutes as secondary muscles.

Sled One Leg Calf Press On Leg Press demonstration
Primary muscle
Calves
Also works
Hamstrings and Glutes
Equipment
Sled machine
Level
Intermediate
Category
Legs

How to do Sled One Leg 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. Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet on the sled, shoulder-width apart.
  3. Place your toes and the balls of your feet on the sled, keeping your heels off.
  4. Push the sled forward by extending your ankles, keeping your knees slightly bent.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the sled back down by flexing your ankles.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

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

Track Sled One Leg Calf Press On Leg Press in SPLYT

Sled One Leg 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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