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The Wall Sit Exercise is a simple bodyweight aerobic exercise, requiring only a wall to lean against, and a stopwatch to time yourself. This exercise is part of the 7-minute workout.

Equipment Required: none

Technique

1. Stand with your back to a wall, feet hip-width apart and slightly in front of you.
2. Lean back into the wall, and slide down like you're sitting down onto a chair. Your knees should bent at 90 degrees with the knees above your ankles.
3. Hold this position for 30 seconds.

wall sit position

Key points to remember

• Don't hold your breath
• Keep looking straight ahead

Alternatives

• Hands may be left resting on the thighs, or the arms crossed across the chest
• Wall Squats — squats against the wall, part of the home workout
• See also the similar Home Squat Exercise.

Related Pages

• The 7-minute workout
• body weight exercises
• Other fitness exercises for at home

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