This month, I’m taking requests for things folks want to know about fitness (yes, please! Ask me questions and I will blog the answers!).
What are the benefits of wall sits?
1. Isometric exercises are good for reducing blood pressure. The wall sit is an example of an isometric exercise (an exercise in which a muscle or muscle group is held in tension without moving for a period of time). Recent studies have suggested that isometrics done regularly can drop blood pressure by 5 to 10 points. And it doesn’t take long: eight minutes, three times a week works.
2. They strengthen the lower body. All the leg, hip, and pelvis muscles have to work to maintain the wall sit position. Hang out and feel that burning sensation!
3. They’re a great way for folks who struggle with balance to get the benefits of squats. The wall helps with stability so it can be safer for those who are at risk of falling.
4. They don’t require a lot of stuff. Or really any. Even those of us who have stuff on every available wall surface still can find a door to use for a wall sit. (Close the door first!) Wall sits are great for travel workouts, people with limited space, and people who don’t want to spend money on equipment.
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