Form cues
- Back stays flat on the wall
- Thighs parallel to the floor
- Knees over the ankles
- Feet stay flat
Exercise
Wall Sit
Upper legs, body weight
An isometric squat against a wall, with the thighs parallel to the floor.
Target: quads. Also works: glutes, calves.
Steps
- Stand with your back and head against a wall.
- Step your feet forward about one foot length.
- Slide down until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
- Keep your knees over your ankles and your back on the wall.
- Hold, usually 20 to 60 seconds, breathing steadily.
- Press through your heels to stand back up.
Common mistakes
- Knees drifting past the toes
- Hips coming off the wall
- Holding the breath
Breathing
Breathe steadily while you hold.
In the app, search for Wall Sit and add it to a workout.