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Wall Sit demonstrationForm illustration

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Strength / Bodyweight

Wall Sit

A static isometric exercise holding a squat position against a wall to build quad endurance.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Hamstrings

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand with back against a wall.

  2. 02

    Slide down until thighs are parallel to the floor.

  3. 03

    Hold the position.

  4. 04

    Stand back up when done.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.