Calves exercise · sled machine
Sled One Leg Calf Press on Leg Press
The sled one leg calf press on leg press is a sled machine exercise that targets the calves, with the hamstrings and glutes assisting.
- Target muscle
- Calves
- Also works
- Hamstrings, glutes
- Equipment
- Sled machine
- Body part
- Lower legs
How to do the sled one leg calf press on leg press
- Adjust the seat of the leg press machine so that your knees are slightly bent when your feet are on the sled.
- Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet on the sled, shoulder-width apart.
- Place your toes and the balls of your feet on the sled, keeping your heels off.
- Push the sled forward by extending your ankles, keeping your knees slightly bent.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the sled back down by flexing your ankles.
- 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 and glutes work as secondary muscles. See all calf exercises or every sled exercise.
