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sled lying squat

sled lying squat exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: glutes. Equipment: sled machine.

sled lying squat 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 sled machine to a comfortable weight.
  2. Lie on your back on the sled machine with your feet on the footplate.
  3. Position your feet shoulder-width apart and slightly angled outwards.
  4. Grip the handles of the sled machine for stability.
  5. Engage your glutes and core muscles.
  6. Push through your heels and extend your legs to lift the sled.
  7. Lower the sled back down by bending your knees and hips.
  8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.