How to do it
Keep your lower back flat against the pad throughout.
- 1
Position yourself on the sled with your back against the pad and feet flat on the platform.
- 2
Extend your legs to lift the weight, then point your toes upward, raising your heels as high as possible.
- 3
Lower your heels back down below the level of the platform to stretch your calves.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Drive through the balls of your feet and squeeze your calves at the top of the movement for maximum calf engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bouncing at the bottom of the movement
- ✕Stopping short of full heel descent
- ✕Locking the knees fully at extension