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Knees and Toes Point Out Squat Slide (Wall)

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Knees and Toes Point Out Squat Slide (Wall).

EasyQuadricepsOuter thighs

About this exercise

A wall-assisted squat drill performed with a wide stance and knees and toes angled outward. The wall provides balance support so you can focus on sliding into a deep squat, improving hip mobility and activating the outer quadriceps and glutes.

How to Perform

  • Stand with your back against a wall, feet wider than shoulder-width apart and toes pointing out at roughly 45 degrees
  • Place your heels a comfortable distance from the wall so your knees can track over your toes
  • Press your back lightly against the wall and brace your core
  • Slide down the wall by bending your knees outward, pushing them in line with your toes
  • Descend until your thighs are parallel to the floor or as low as your mobility allows
  • Pause briefly at the bottom, then slide back up to the starting position
  • Keep your chest up and your weight evenly distributed through your feet throughout

Muscle Activation

Primary
QuadricepsOuter thighs
Secondary
GlutesCore

Common Mistakes

Common mistakes content is coming soon.

About the Knees and Toes Point Out Squat Slide (Wall)

The Knees and Toes Point Out Squat Slide (Wall) is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.

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