When Dr. Scott Brotherton was recently asked what's something that he would never do as an orthopedic surgeon, he said "squats past 90 degrees," also known as deep squats. Don’t even think about ...

WHEN IT COMES to the barbell back squat, the exercise sometimes referred to as the "king" of all the heavyweight moves in the gym, the biggest point of focus for guys isn't necessarily how many plates ...

African-inspired squat holds are a great way to boost your lower body strength. These exercises, inspired by traditional ...

I was recently on a vacation with a friend that involved a great deal of walking around a new city. During a moment of respite, I noticed she dropped into a deep squatting position, rather than ...

Lately I've been in awe of my two-year-old toddler. For large chunks of the day he seems perfectly content sitting in a deep squat, yet to my knowledge, he's never had a minute of professional ...

Squat mistakes, like rounding your back, can increase injury risk and reduce results. Here's how to stop doing them.

"Ankle mobility limitations are almost the number one problem that hinders good squat technique," he says. "If you wan to get into a good deep squat, your knee has to move forward over your toe, and ...

It is never too late to work on your deep squat. If you find it uncomfortable or cannot lower your heels, try these simple assists: 1. Hold on to something secure while doing the exercise. 2. Place a ...

If you want to witness a perfect squat, watch a toddler pick a toy off the ground. Instead of bending over at the waist (and toppling headfirst), youll see him keep control of his upper body as he ...