India, Nov. 25 -- Wall squats, a simple variation of the regular squat, are quietly becoming one of the most recommended exercises by fitness experts. While standard squats are already popular across gyms and home workouts, this lesser-known version is now drawing attention for its long list of health benefits.

The exercise is straightforward. You place your back against a wall, move your feet about two feet forward, and slide down until your thighs are parallel to the floor. Then you hold that position, usually for up to two minutes, before slowly rising back up. This type of move is known as an isometric exercise, where the body stays still while the muscles remain under pressure. Health experts say the benefits are bigger than they lo...