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Sled Lying Calf Press exercise animation

Sled Lying Calf Press

Category
Lower Legs
Equipment
Sled Machine
Target
Calves

Lying down to press the sled for calf raises takes the spine out of a loaded position entirely, which makes this one of the safer ways to go heavy on calves. The horizontal setup also changes the resistance curve slightly compared to a standing raise — the load feels heaviest through the middle of the range rather than at the bottom stretch. It's a solid pick for anyone whose back needs a break from standing or seated calf work.

How to Do the Sled Lying Calf Press

  1. Adjust the sled machine to a comfortable weight.
  2. Sit on the sled machine with your back against the pad and your feet on the platform.
  3. Place your toes and the balls of your feet on the edge of the platform, with your heels hanging off.
  4. Push the platform away from you by extending your ankles, keeping your knees slightly bent.
  5. Continue pushing until your calves are fully contracted.
  6. Hold the contraction for a moment, then slowly lower the platform back to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Sled Lying Calf Press primarily targets the Calves, with Hamstrings as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Glutes.

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Equipment Alternatives

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

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FAQ

What muscles does the Sled Lying Calf Press work?
The Sled Lying Calf Press primarily targets the calves, with the hamstrings and glutes assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Sled Lying Calf Press?
The Sled Lying Calf Press is done with a sled machine.
What's a good alternative to the Sled Lying Calf Press?
If you don't have access to a sled machine, the Ankle Circles targets the same calves using body weight instead.