Bodyweight Single Leg Wall Squat Exercise Guide

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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

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Bodyweight Single Leg Wall Squat

  1. Stand with your back against the wall.
  2. Lift one leg off the ground and extend it out in front of you.
  3. Slide down the wall, bending the knee of the standing leg until it is at a 90-degree angle.
  4. Hold the position for as long as possible without losing form.
  5. 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

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