Single Leg Wall Sit
Exercise Overview
The single leg wall sit is an exercise to develop knee stability and strength. Start by leaning against a wall with your hips and knees flexed to 90 degrees. Keep the core braced and spine in neutral. Raise one leg off of the floor and hold for up to 10 seconds or as tolerated.
Muscles Involved
QuadricepsVastus medialisVastus intermediusVastus lateralisRectus femoris
Related Conditions
Runner’s knee / Jumper’s kneePatellofemoral pain syndromeMeniscus tearACL sprainMCL sprainPatellar tendinitisQuadriceps tendinitisQuadriceps strainPes anserine bursitis