Sled Backward Angled Calf Raise

Sled Backward Angled Calf Raise demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand in front of the sled machine, feet hip-width apart, toes on the platform
  • 2Push up onto your toes, raising your heels as high as possible
  • 3Slowly lower your heels back down, stretching the calf muscles
  • 4Push with your toes, emphasize the peak contraction on top of the movement
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your body straight and aligned while performing the exercise
  • Don't rush your movements, control both the raising and lowering
  • To increase difficulty, increase weight on the sled machine
  • Ensure your heel goes below the platform to engage the calf muscle fully

Sled Backward Angled Calf Raise Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs