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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Sled Single-Leg Hack Squat

Machine-supported unilateral hack squat for quadriceps-focused strength and side-to-side control.

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Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsAdductorsCore

Equipment

Sled

Sets × reps

3 × 12 / side

Rest

1 min 15 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Step into the hack-squat sled with the upper back and shoulders firmly against the pads.
  2. 02Plant one foot on the platform with the heel down and hold the other leg forward, clear of the platform.
  3. 03Grip the handles, square the pelvis, and unlock the sled.
  4. 04Lower by bending the working knee and hip through a range that keeps the heel down and pelvis level.
  5. 05Press through the whole foot to near-full extension, re-rack safely, then switch sides.

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