Sled Lying Leg Press
The Sled Lying Leg Press primarily works the Gluteus Maximus, Rectus Femoris, with secondary activation of the Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus, Rectus Femoris, Soleus and stabilizer support from the Biceps Femoris (Long Head), Gastrocnemius (Medial). It is a machine compound exercise at beginner difficulty.
A machine compound push exercise targeting the Gluteus Maximus and Rectus Femoris.
| Equipment | Machine |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Compound |
| Movement | Squat |
| Force | Push |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Gluteus Maximus, Rectus Femoris |
| Secondary | Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus, Rectus Femoris, Soleus |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Gluteus Maximus (glutes)
- Primary Muscle Rectus Femoris (quadriceps)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Adductor Magnus (adductors)
- Secondary Muscle Gluteus Maximus (glutes)
- Secondary Muscle Rectus Femoris (quadriceps)
- Secondary Muscle Soleus (calves)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Biceps Femoris (Long Head) (hamstrings)
- Stabilizer Muscle Gastrocnemius (Medial) (calves)
Instructions
- Preparation: Lie supine on platform with shoulders against pad. Place feet slightly high on platform. Execution: Extend hips and knees. Return until hips are completely flexed. Repeat. Comments: Adjust machine to accommodate near full range of motion without forcing hips to rise at waist. Keep knees pointed same directions as feet. Do not allow heels to raise off of platform, pushing with both heel and forefoot.
Alternative Exercises
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