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Sled exercises

Sled exercises use a sled-style machine, most often a leg press or hack squat, where you push a loaded platform or carriage along a guided track.

Set the safety stops, keep your lower back against the pad and don't lock your knees out hard at the top.

  • 15Exercises
  • 2Target muscles
  • 2Body parts

Every sled exercise

15 exercises

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Questions, answered

How many sled exercises are there here?

There are 15 sled exercises in the AltF Fitness library, each with an animated demo and coaching tips.

Which muscles can I train with a sled?

The exercises here target the glutes and calves.

Can I build a full workout around a sled?

Yes, if it covers the muscles you want to train. The free workout generator can build a week using only the equipment you choose.

Is this medical advice?

No. It is general fitness information for healthy adults. If you have pain, an injury or a health condition, check with a doctor or physiotherapist first.

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