LOCKDOWN CHALLENGE!

A good gauge of lower limb endurance and strength is the dreaded wall sit hold!

Try our challenge.

Find a wall.

Back flat on the wall.

Slide back down the wall to a position like you’re sitting on an invisible chair.

Try position you hips to a 90 degree bend and your knees to a 90 degree bend

Now HOLD…

This is such a great exercise that anyone can access! Great for those of us with lower back, hip or knee niggles. This will energize and activate all the lower limb muscles in a safe (isometric) way!

So challenge goals, how long can you hold???

Beginner: 10-20 seconds

Intermediate: 20-40 seconds

Pro: 40-60 seconds

Warrior:  1:00 - 1:20 minutes

HERO: 1:20 minutes +

You can find this video on our Instagram page as well as other weekly challenges we will be uploading during lockdown. Our Instagram page is a great resource for physio and exercise advice. So if you are on Instagram head on over to our page and give us a follow! It’s like your own personal physio advice in the comfort of your own home. @smartmovesphysio

Give it a try!

Let us know how you go in the comments below!