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.
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By
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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Joan Rigg, PT, OCS - Physical Therapy |
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Last Revised
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February 15, 2012 |