Wall Sit

Equipment: Bodyweight

Description

Wall Sit is a great lower-body isometric exercise that builds endurance and strength in your legs and glutes. It’s simple but burns fast—here’s how to do it:

  1. Stand with your back against a wall and your feet about shoulder-width apart, roughly two feet away from the wall.
  2. Slide down the wall until your thighs are parallel to the floor—like you’re sitting on an invisible chair.
  3. Keep your knees directly above your ankles (not over your toes), and press your lower back into the wall.
  4. Hold this position for as long as you can while keeping your core engaged and breathing steadily.
  5. Stand back up when finished and repeat for additional sets if desired.

Primary Muscles

  • Gluteus Maximus
  • Quadriceps

Synergistic Muscles

  • Adductor Magnus
  • Soleus