The Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise is a variation of the traditional calf raise exercise that targets the calf muscles from a slightly different angle. This exercise involves using a sled machine to perform calf raises with a forward lean, which increases the focus on the soleus muscle in the lower calf.
How to perform
Here are the step-by-step instructions for performing the Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise exercise:1. Set up the sled machine at a low height and load it with an appropriate amount of weight.
2. Stand in front of the sled machine facing away from it, with the balls of your feet on the edge of the platform and your heels hanging off.
3. Lean forward slightly at the hips, keeping a straight back and slight bend in the knees.
4. Grab onto the handles of the sled machine for support and stability.
5. Slowly raise your heels up as high as possible, lifting the weight of the sled with your calves.
6. Hold the top position for a brief moment, squeezing your calf muscles.
7. Lower your heels back down to the starting position, feeling a stretch in your calves.
8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
9. To increase the difficulty, you can adjust the weight on the sled machine or perform the exercise on one leg at a time.
10. Make sure to maintain proper form throughout the exercise, with controlled movements and a full range of motion. Focus on contracting and activating the calf muscles with each repetition.
Equipment required
Sled Machine
A Sled Machine is a piece of workout equipment that consists of a platform equipped with weights and handles for pulling or pushing. It is typically used for resistance training and cardiovascular workouts to improve strength, power, and endurance. Sled Machines are commonly used by athletes and fitness enthusiasts for functional training exercises that target the lower body, core, and upper body muscles.