What are the benefits of squat training?

Squats are a method of exercise that mainly exercises the leg muscles and can also help people improve their jumping ability. Legs play a very important role in our body and are the most powerful part of the body, so practicing squats is very helpful for us to build leg strength. Squats are the choice of many male friends and can help them have a great body. So, what are the specific benefits of practicing squats? Let's analyze it together.

1. Squats are the best exercise for improving leg strength. Leg strength is the most important for whole-body strength and has the greatest potential. Powerlifting, weightlifting, strongman, throwing, these strength sports mainly rely on leg strength. Great potential for leg strength.

2. Squats are also great for developing total body strength. You know, leg strength + hip strength + waist strength, these are most of the body's strength. In addition, since squats can maximize the secretion of testosterone, they also have a good effect on upper limb strength.

3. The first choice for developed leg muscles. The legs make up more than half of the body length. Without well-developed legs, you can't be called bodybuilder at all, at best you can only be called half-bodybuilder.

4. Promotes muscle growth throughout the body. Professional bodybuilders, without exception, attach great importance to squats. Because squats can maximize the secretion of testosterone, and abundant testosterone can promote muscle growth throughout the body.

5. Athletes in heavy sports attach great importance to squats, which can greatly improve jumping ability.

6. Improve heart function. Squats strengthen the heart. Regular squat practice can make your heart stronger.

7. Delay aging. People's legs age first, and regular squat practice can significantly reduce the aging process.

Exercise Method

Stand up straight with your head and chest out; place your feet shoulder-width apart, parallel to each other, and toes pointing forward; your feet can also be separated at a certain angle, about 60 degrees, but keep your knees in the same direction as your toes when squatting. Squat down slowly until the angle between your thighs and calves is less than 90 degrees, but do not keep them close and relaxed. About 70-80 degrees is enough. Then stand up with the front of your thighs forced until you are standing straight.

Precautions

Keep your upper body straight, you can lean forward slightly, but do not arch your waist; try not to let your knees exceed your toes when squatting; keep your knees forward at all times, in the same direction as your toes, do not bend them inwards, and do not shake them; when exerting force, consciously let your hips exert force first; maintain a constant speed throughout the process, and do not go too fast. This exercise is very stimulating to the heart. People with poor heart and high blood pressure should consult a doctor before practicing.

According to the above introduction, we know that there are many things to pay attention to when doing squats, such as the squatting posture and squatting method. For people with bad heart, it is best to consult a doctor when doing squats, because squatting causes great stimulation to the heart. Squats still have many benefits for our physical exercise and are a good exercise method.