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sled 45в° leg press (back pov)

sled 45в° leg press (back pov) exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: glutes. Equipment: sled machine.

sled 45в° leg press (back pov) exercise demonstration
Target muscle
glutes
Muscle group
quadriceps
Body part
upper legs
Equipment
sled machine

Secondary muscles

quadriceps, hamstrings, calves

How to perform

  1. Adjust the seat of the sled machine so that your knees are at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Sit on the sled machine with your back against the backrest and your feet shoulder-width apart on the footplate.
  3. Grip the handles on the sides of the seat for stability.
  4. Push the footplate away from your body by extending your legs, keeping your heels on the footplate.
  5. Pause for a moment at the fully extended position.
  6. Slowly bend your knees and lower the footplate back towards your body, controlling the movement.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.