Glutes exercise · body weight
March Sit (Wall)
The march sit (wall) is a bodyweight exercise that targets the glutes, with the quadriceps, hamstrings and calves assisting.
- Target muscle
- Glutes
- Also works
- Quadriceps, hamstrings, calves
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body part
- Upper legs
How to do the march sit (wall)
- Stand with your back against a wall and your feet hip-width apart.
- Slowly slide your back down the wall until your knees are bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Lift your right foot off the ground and bring your knee towards your chest.
- Lower your right foot back down and lift your left foot off the ground, bringing your knee towards your chest.
- Continue alternating between lifting your right and left foot for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the glutes. The quadriceps, hamstrings and calves work as secondary muscles. See all glute exercises or every bodyweight exercise.
