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Exercise 0740 · REF tj41Nu6

Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press exercise animation

Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press

Category
Upper Legs
Equipment
Sled Machine
Target
Glutes

Widening the stance on the sled press shifts more of the work onto the glutes and inner thighs compared to a standard shoulder-width press, similar to how a sumo squat changes emphasis versus a conventional one. It's a simple way to vary a leg press routine without changing machines. Keep the knees pushed out in line with the wider foot position rather than letting them drift inward.

How to Do the Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press

  1. Adjust the sled machine to a 45-degree angle.
  2. Sit on the sled machine with your back against the pad and your feet on the foot platform.
  3. Position your feet wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Push against the foot platform to extend your legs and straighten your knees.
  5. Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly bend your knees to return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press primarily targets the Glutes, with Quadriceps as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Hamstrings, Calves.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have sled machine? These target the same glutes with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press work?
The Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press primarily targets the glutes, with the quadriceps and hamstrings, calves assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press?
The Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press is done with a sled machine.
What's a good alternative to the Sled 45в° Leg Wide Press?
If you don't have access to a sled machine, the Arms Apart Circular Toe Touch (male) targets the same glutes using body weight instead.