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Hack calf raise

Beginner

Hack calf raise is a isolation sled exercise for the calves, also working the hamstrings and glutes.

What it works

Primary muscle

Calves

Also works

HamstringsGlutes

Equipment
Sled
Movement
Legs
Type
Isolation
Logged as
Weight × reps
Suggested rest
90 seconds

How to do it

  1. 1Adjust the sled machine to a comfortable weight.
  2. 2Stand on the sled machine with your toes on the platform and your heels hanging off.
  3. 3Hold onto the handles for stability.
  4. 4Raise your heels as high as possible by pushing through the balls of your feet.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

  • Donkey calf raiseBodyweight
  • One leg donkey calf raiseBodyweight
  • Standing calvesBodyweight
  • Dumbbell seated one leg calf raiseDumbbell
  • Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise - hammer gripDumbbell
  • Hack one leg calf raiseSled

Harder variations

  • Hack one leg calf raiseSled
  • Band single leg reverse calf raiseResistance band
  • Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise - palm upDumbbell
  • Smith one leg floor calf raiseSmith machine
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