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Single leg wall sit: how to do it

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Back on the wall, knees bent

  1. Starting position

    Lean your back against a wall, slide down until your knees are bent, and lift one foot off the floor.

  2. The movement

    Keep your hips still against the wall and your standing knee over your foot while the free leg stays raised.

Most common mistake

Don't let your hips drop to one side, keep your pelvis level and press your back into the wall.

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