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StrengthBody weight

Wall Sit

Intensity
duration
MET
3energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Glutes40%
  • Quads40%

Supporting muscles

  • Calves
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Take slow steady breaths through your nose for the whole hold.

  1. 1

    Stand with your back against a wall, feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Slide down the wall until your thighs are parallel to the ground.

  3. 3

    Adjust your feet so your knees are directly above your ankles.

  4. 4

    Hold this position for the desired duration, keeping your core engaged.

  5. 5

    Slide back up the wall to return to the starting position.

Expert tip

Keep your back flat against the wall and ensure your knees are at a 90-degree angle to avoid unnecessary strain on the joints.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Thighs stopping above parallel to the floor
  • ✕Knees caving inward during the hold
  • ✕Heels lifting off the floor
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