Exercise Details

Target Muscle Group

Quads

Equipment Required

Wall

Experience Level

Beginner

Force Type

Push

Secondary Muscles

Abs, Shoulders

Exercise Description

The wall press straight leg extension builds quad strength while keeping your core stable. Perfect for beginners who want stronger legs without weights.

How To

1. Stand arm's length from a wall with your back against it 2. Press your palms flat against the wall at shoulder height 3. Slide down slightly and extend one leg straight out in front of you for the wall press straight leg extension 4. Hold this wall press straight leg extension position for 10-30 seconds while pressing into the wall 5. Lower your leg slowly and repeat on the other side

Form Tips

• Keep your extended leg perfectly straight during the wall press straight leg extension • Press firmly into the wall with your palms to engage your shoulders • Don't let your supporting knee cave inward during the wall press straight leg extension • Keep your core tight throughout the entire movement

Common Mistakes

• Letting the extended leg bend at the knee ruins the wall press straight leg extension benefits • Not pressing hard enough into the wall makes the wall press straight leg extension too easy • Leaning too far forward instead of staying against the wall

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