Wall Sit

The wall sit exercise strengthens your back, trunk, and thigh muscles, helping you maintain a healthy lower back.

Stand with your back 10 in. (25 cm) to 12 in. (30 cm) away from a wall.
Lean into the wall until your back is flat against it.
Slowly slide down until your knees are slightly bent, pressing your lower back into the wall.
Hold for a count of about 6 seconds. Then slide back up the wall.
Repeat 8 to 12 times.

Current as of: June 6, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Joan Rigg PT, OCS - Physical Therapy

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