Exercise Ball Wall Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Wall Sit with Stability Ball
How to: Exercise Ball Wall Squat
- Place a stability ball between your lower back and the wall.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, a few feet away from the wall.
- Press your back into the ball and slide down into a squat position.
- Hold the position for as long as comfortable, keeping your knees over your ankles.
- Return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward instead of pressing into the wall.
- Allowing knees to collapse inward.
Modifications
- Perform the squat with less depth if you experience discomfort.
- Hold onto a stable support if needed.
Tips
- Keep your back flat against the wall.
- Engage your core throughout the exercise.
- Ensure your knees do not extend beyond your toes.
Exercise Ball Wall Squat Alternatives
Tags
thighs
squat
core
glutes
strength
stability ball