Wall Sit

Duration

Details

NameWall Sit
EquipmentBodyweight
Primary MuscleQuadriceps
Auxiliary MusclesAbdominals

Instructions

  1. 1Face away from a wall and stand a few inches away.
  2. 2Carefully lean back and position your upper back and buttocks against the wall.
  3. 3Brace your core and bend with control your knees to descend into a squat.
  4. 4Adjust your foot position and have your ankles underneath your knees. Your thighs should be roughly parallel to the floor.
  5. 5Bring your arms in front of your body or have them to your sides.
  6. 6Hold the position for 30 to 60 seconds, keeping your breathing steady as you do.