Bodyweight Wall Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4.2
- Alternate Names
- Wall Sit, Wall Squat
How to: Bodyweight Wall Squat
- Stand with your back against a wall, feet shoulder-width apart.
- Slide down the wall until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
- Keep your back pressed against the wall and hold the position for as long as you can.
- Engage your core and breathe steadily while maintaining the squat.
Common Mistakes
- Letting your knees go past your toes.
- Holding your breath instead of breathing steadily.
- Not keeping the back flat against the wall.
Modifications
- Perform the squat with feet elevated to reduce the strain on the knees.
- Use a stability ball between your back and the wall for added support.
Tips
- Keep your back flat against the wall throughout the exercise.
- Engage your core to support your lower back.
- Make sure your knees do not extend beyond your toes.
Bodyweight Wall Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
thighs
strength
bodyweight
fitness
endurance