Sled 45° Calf Raise

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Instructions Preparation Sit on machine with lower back against padding and grasp handles to sides. Position toes and balls of feet on foot platform with arches and heels extending off. Straighten knees. Execution Raise heels by extending ankles as high as possible. Lower heels by bending ankles until calves are stretched. Repeat. Comments Keep knees straight throughout exercise or bend knees slightly only during stretch. Quadriceps serve as synergists muscle if knees are bent slightly during stretch. Also known as Sled Donkey Calf Raise.

Classification  Utility: Basic  Mechanics: Isolated  Force: Push Muscles Target Gastrocnemius Synergists Soleus Stabilizers No significant stabilizers