Squats are more effective than running for weight loss, but is the method used correctly?

Most people decide that the best aerobic exercise for losing weight is running. In fact, this is not the case. Now I will tell you another aerobic exercise that may be more effective than running: squats.

Can squats really help you lose weight?

Squats require the use of the muscles of the calves, thighs and buttocks. Squats are a compound, whole-body exercise that can train the thighs, buttocks and hamstrings, helping us shape the lines of the lower body and are very effective for losing weight in the lower body.

How to do squats to lose weight?

1. For the first time, do about 30 squats at a time.

If you don't have the habit of fitness, it is not recommended to do too many squats for the first time. The number can be controlled at around 30. But you can do it once in the morning and once in the evening. If you are new to squats, you can understand the main force-generating parts. It is best to check your posture in front of a mirror when practicing. Don't rush to do a certain number of squats at the beginning. It is recommended that beginners start with practicing half squats and couch squats. Never practice weight-bearing training such as barbell squats right from the start, as that will only increase the possibility of physical injury.

2. Do not exceed 100 reps per day after your time training

Even for fitness veterans who are confident in their leg and hip strength, the editor does not recommend doing more than 100 squats a day. If you lack specific training for thigh strength and buttocks, too much training volume at one time may lead to muscle soreness. In addition, it is not recommended to squat too low, just keep your hips slightly lower than your knees. After each set of exercises, you should give yourself at least 30 seconds of rest. After you become familiar with it, you can do it 100 times a day. Pay attention to allocating your practice time reasonably.

Why are squats better than running?

Squats won't take up too much of your time.

For people who are losing weight, a run may take at least 30 minutes or even an hour, while an effective squat training may only take 10 minutes.

Squats are not limited by venue

For many people, there is no suitable venue for exercise. Running requires a route with little traffic and good air quality, but squats do not have these requirements and can be done anytime and anywhere.

The waistline looks smaller when squatting than when running

I wonder if those friends who mainly lose weight through running have noticed that when you lose weight through running, your waist and abdomen always feel loose. In fact, this is due to the lack of squat exercises. After doing squat exercises, your waist and abdomen will be tighter and no longer loose. If you want a thin waist, please do more squat exercises, especially for girls who want a funnel-shaped figure.

Squats can stimulate more muscles in the body

It is undeniable that running is a good exercise. It can improve cardiopulmonary capacity and exercise leg muscles, but these stimuli are relatively small compared to squats. Squats work the quadriceps, hamstrings, hip flexors, gluteus maximus, adductors, abdominals, and lower back. The more muscles you stimulate, the more calories you burn, because they help you burn calories even when you're not exercising, and you can also eat more.

Squat weight loss tips

1. Three parts training, seven parts diet. If you can't control your mouth, no matter how much exercise you do, it will be useless!

2. You will never be able to develop the muscles of a bodybuilder, so don’t worry about practicing! Stretching after exercise is crucial, so don't be lazy.

3. You can’t develop a perky butt with skinny legs. Only strong thighs are worthy of a perfect perky butt. Your thighs will not become thicker, but firmer.

4. Don’t compare yourself with others, please compare yourself with yourself. As long as you have the courage to persevere, your body will give you a satisfactory answer.