Sit-to-Stand (Chair) primarily works the quadriceps and glutes. It is categorized as a lunge movement and uses Bodyweight and Exercise mat.
- Primary muscles
- quadriceps and glutes
- Equipment
- Bodyweight and Exercise mat
- Movement pattern
- lunge
- Catalog difficulty
- 2 of 5
How to do Sit-to-Stand (Chair)
- Feet hip width, chest proud
- Hinge slightly, then stand without using hands
- Lower with control to light chair touch
Common mistakes
- Plopping into the chair — control the descent
Muscles worked
The primary catalog target is quadriceps, with glutes also involved. Exercise feel varies with setup, range of motion, and individual anatomy.
Related exercises and substitutions
A useful substitute should preserve the job this movement has in the session—not merely train a nearby body part. Explore the related Movviva guides below, then compare pattern, target muscles, available equipment, and difficulty.
Box Squat (Bodyweight) · Goblet Squat · Heel-Elevated Squat · Barbell Front Squat · Leg Press · Split Squat
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