As people's demands for quality of life continue to increase, more and more people regard fitness as a part of their lives. At the same time, there are many ways to exercise. In addition to the well-known running, there are actually some more common movements. For example, squats, push-ups, sit-ups, etc. Squats can also effectively help us exercise our leg muscles. So, what are the benefits of squats? Squat is the most classic and most commonly used fitness exercise. It can exercise 50% of the body's muscles, effectively shape the legs and strengthen muscle groups. It is an anaerobic exercise. How to move: Feet slightly wider than shoulders → Toes turned outward at a 45° angle → Inhale → Chest and head raised → Buttocks slowly move backward → Squat slowly while aligning knees with toes → Squat slowly until thighs are below horizontal (At this time, upper body slightly leans forward but still needs chest and head raised, lower abdomen and groin almost close to the inside of legs) → Tighten sphincter → Gluteus maximus contract and exert force → Stand up → Exhale → (tip) Knees must not be larger than toes. There are many ways to do squats, such as freehand squats and weighted squats. Either way, it will exercise the body well and firm it up. There is also a full squat, where the thighs are completely in contact with the calves, and a half squat (which is often used by many people) How good are squats? Any fitness magazine and any fitness video recommends squats. It is simple, not restricted by venue, clothing or equipment, and is less prone to injury. Improve our weak hip shape. By building large muscles, the increase in muscle mass can improve metabolism, increase fat loss effects, and prevent you from rebounding suddenly when you can't run. Those who say squats can damage their knees: Any exercise puts pressure on the knees. But obese and weak knees are unable to bear the force. So you have to train your muscles using the correct method. It can be seen that not only running can effectively help us shape our body, but squats can also help reduce fat, shape our body, and beautify our body. Moreover, squats can also enhance our cardiopulmonary capacity and strengthen our body. At this time, the editor also recommends that you pay attention to your diet and daily routine in order to better exercise your body. |
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