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Sled closer hack squat

Intermediate

Sled closer hack squat is a compound sled exercise for the quads, also working the glutes, hamstrings, and calves.

What it works

Primary muscle

Quads

Also works

GlutesHamstringsCalves

Equipment
Sled
Movement
Legs
Type
Compound
Logged as
Weight × reps
Suggested rest
2 min

How to do it

  1. 1Adjust the sled machine to a comfortable weight and position yourself with your back against the pad.
  2. 2Place your feet shoulder-width apart on the platform, toes slightly pointed outwards.
  3. 3Grip the handles on the sides of the machine for stability.
  4. 4Engage your core and slowly lower your body by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight.
  5. 5Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground or slightly below.
  6. 6Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to extend your legs and return to the starting position.
  7. 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

  • Curtsey squatBodyweight
  • One leg squatBodyweight
  • Potty squat with supportBodyweight
  • Single leg squat (pistol) maleBodyweight
  • Barbell hack squatBarbell
  • Sled hack squatSled

Easier variations

  • Potty squat with supportBodyweight
  • Curtsey squatBodyweight
  • Sled lying squatSled
  • Smith squatSmith machine

Harder variations

  • Dumbbell single leg squatDumbbell
  • One leg squatBodyweight
  • Single leg squat (pistol) maleBodyweight
  • Barbell zercher squatBarbell
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