Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise

Description

The sled forward angled calf raise uses a power sled to load calf raises with the body angled forward. The lifter pushes against the sled handles and presses up onto the toes. It is a useful sled variation for building the calves.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise Instructions

  1. Load a power sled and grip the handles.
  2. Lean forward into the sled with arms extended.
  3. Place the feet hip width apart with the heels down.
  4. Brace your core and keep the legs straight.
  5. Press up onto the balls of the feet.
  6. Squeeze the calves hard at the top.
  7. Lower with control to the floor.
  8. Continue for the working set.

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise Form & Visual

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise Benefits

  • Loads the calves
  • Strong sled variation
  • Builds the calves
  • Useful conditioning
  • Trains calf endurance

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise Muscles Worked

  • Gastrocnemius
  • Soleus
  • Calves

Sled Forward Angled Calf Raise Variations & Alternatives

  • Standing Calf Raise
  • Seated Calf Raise
  • Sled Push
  • Donkey Calf Raise