How to do it
Keep your toes pointed straight ahead on the platform throughout each rep.
- 1
Sit in the sled machine with your back against the pad and feet on the platform.
- 2
Position the balls of your feet at the bottom of the platform with heels hanging off.
- 3
Unlock the safety bars and press up through your toes to lift the weight.
- 4
Lower the weight back down until your calves are fully stretched.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Press through the balls of your feet and fully extend your ankles at the top of the movement to maximize calf muscle contraction.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bouncing the weight at the bottom stretch
- ✕Lifting the hips off the seat pad
- ✕Bending the knees during the press