Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge
Improve balance & leg strength! Wall support makes this lunge variation accessible for all fitness levels. Feel the burn!
The Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge
Narrow Lunge with Wall Support Instructions
Starting Position:
Stand facing a wall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Take a step back with your right foot and place your hands on the wall at shoulder height for balance.
Ensure your left foot is forward, and your body is leaning slightly towards the wall.
Movement Steps:
Lower into Lunge: Bend your left knee to lower your body into a lunge position. Ensure your left knee is aligned over your left ankle and does not pass your toes.
Maintain Support: Keep your hands on the wall for support. Use the wall to help maintain your balance as you lower.
Hold Position: Hold the lunge position for a moment, feeling the stretch in your thigh and hip.
Return to Start: Push through your left heel to return to the starting position while bringing your right foot back forward next to your left foot.
Repeat: Perform the movement for 8-12 repetitions before switching to the other leg.
Tips:
Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the exercise.
Ensure your movements are controlled to avoid injury.
If you're a beginner, you can start by doing this exercise without deepening the lunge, gradually increasing the depth as you become more comfortable.
Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge FAQs
What muscles does the Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge work?
The Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge?
None. The Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Wall-Supported Narrow Lunge variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Bodyweight Wall-Supported Half Sissy Squat, Chest to Split Wall Middle, Alternating Against-Wall Push-Up Rear Lunge and Supported Pistol Squat.
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