What are the benefits of doing squats?

Nowadays, many young people like to go to the gym, and now they feel that there are many ways to exercise. Among so many fitness programs, squatting has always been popular. There are three reasons for this. First, squatting is very simple. Everyone can learn it and everyone can do it. Secondly, squatting does not cost money. Finally, squatting does not require a special venue. Therefore, squatting has always been favored by fitness enthusiasts. So what are the benefits of squatting?

1. First of all, it can improve vascular function. Squatting exercises can dilate the micro- and small arteries in the lower limbs, reduce the peripheral resistance of the heart, improve the elasticity of the walls of micro- and small arteries, and effectively lower blood pressure.

2. Squatting exercises can strengthen joints and bones. Squatting can especially enhance the flexibility of the knee joint and delay the aging of the knee joint.

3. Promote metabolism. Squatting exercises speed up the flow of venous blood from the lower limbs to the heart, strengthen blood circulation, increase the amount of blood returning to the heart, and effectively improve the blood supply and metabolism of the myocardium.

4. Squatting can enhance muscle strength. Regular squatting exercises can enhance muscle strength, especially the muscles of the lower limbs; enhanced strength in both legs can effectively prevent falls, and you will feel more relaxed and full of energy when walking.

5. Squatting delays brain decline. Squatting can strengthen leg mobility, enhance contact with the outside world, and delay brain decline.

6. Squatting exercises are good for longevity. Some healthy centenarians squat a lot during their daily work, which strengthens their waists and legs and achieves the effect of eliminating diseases.

7. Improve the physiological function of blood vessels, effectively lower blood pressure, dilate the micro- and small arteries in the lower limbs, reduce the peripheral blood flow resistance of the heart, and increase the elasticity of the blood vessel walls.