Calves exercise · sled machine
Sled 45в° Calf Press
The sled 45в° calf press is a sled machine exercise that targets the calves, with the hamstrings assisting.
- Target muscle
- Calves
- Also works
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Sled machine
- Body part
- Lower legs
How to do the sled 45в° calf press
- Adjust the sled machine to a 45-degree angle.
- Place your feet on the sled platform with your toes pointing forward.
- Push the sled platform away from you by extending your ankles and calves.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the sled platform back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the calves. The hamstrings work as secondary muscles. See all calf exercises or every sled exercise.
