Push through the balls of your feet to extend your legs and push the sled upwards, ensuring that your knees are not locked and your feet are firmly planted.
Once your legs are fully extended, pause for a moment and then slowly lower the sled back down by bending your knees, making sure to feel the stretch in your calf muscles.
Repeat this pressing motion for the desired number of repetitions, maintaining control of the weight and movement throughout the exercise.
After completing your set, slowly return the sled to the starting position, making sure not to drop the weight abruptly.
Pro Tip
Control Your Movement: Avoid the temptation to let the weight slam back after each rep. Instead, control the weight on the way down and on the way up. This will not only protect your joints from injury but will also engage your muscles more effectively. Keep Your Heels Down: A common mistake is lifting the heels off the sled during the press. This puts unnecessary strain on the Achilles tendon and can lead to injury. Make sure your heels remain in contact with the sled throughout the exercise to engage the full calf muscle. Full Range of Motion: To get the most out of the exercise, use a full range of motion. This means lowering your heels as far as comfortably possible below the sled to stretch the calf