Bodyweight Single Leg Wall Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Single Leg Wall Sit, Single Leg Wall Squat
How to: Bodyweight Single Leg Wall Squat
- Stand with your back against the wall.
- Lift one leg off the ground and extend it out in front of you.
- Slide down the wall, bending the knee of the standing leg until it is at a 90-degree angle.
- Hold the position for as long as possible without losing form.
- Return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knee collapse inward.
- Not keeping the back flat against the wall.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
Modifications
- Reduce the depth of the squat if necessary.
- Use a sturdy surface to help support yourself while squatting.
Tips
- Keep your back straight against the wall for support.
- Engage your core to maintain balance.
- Try to lower yourself as much as possible without losing form.
Bodyweight Single Leg Wall Squat Alternatives
Tags
thighs
squat
bodyweight
quadriceps
strength
stability