Wall Sit
Beginner
Isometric lower-body hold with the back flat against a wall and knees bent at 90 degrees.
Muscle Groups
glutesquadricepscore
Equipment
wall
Coaching Cues
- 1Push your back flat into the wall
- 2Keep your shins vertical and do not let your knees travel past your toes
- 3Breathe steadily and focus — the burn is temporary
Standards
- 1Back flat against the wall, thighs parallel to the ground
- 2Knees at approximately 90 degrees
- 3Hold for the prescribed duration without sliding down or standing up
Scaling Options
- •Higher seat position (less knee bend)
- •Shorter hold duration