There is a lot of talk in the fitness world about whether or not squats are a safe movement. If you have ever watched a baby play then you should know that squats are a perfectly safe natural movement. Babies are always sitting in a rock bottom squat with perfect form. The squat is one of the main movements that we use in our program. Just by watching someone squat you can tell whether or not they have imbalances in their body. According to Mark Rippletoe, "the squat, when performed correctly is not only the safest leg exercise for the knees, it produces a more stable knee than any other leg exercise." We have also found in our facility that squating properly can help people overcome back and hip problems. Injuries result from squatting when you do not use a complete range of motion. When you are performing your squats through complete range of motion in every workout you will actually improve your hip mobility. Squats are not only great for keeping your knees and back injury free, but they are also a very powerful movement for changing your physique.
Workout of the Day
1 min wallball
1 min db swing
1 min jump squats
1 min deadlift
1 min pullups
Rest for 1 min
Repeat for 3 rounds
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