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Bennett Richardson, DPT, PT, CSCS<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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No matter your age or physical ability, strength training is the key to flexibility, mobility, and improved performance.<\/p>\n

In modern society, we spend the vast majority of our time sitting.<\/p>\n

Think about it: we wake up, then sit as we eat breakfast. We get ready for the day, then sit as we commute to work.<\/p>\n

We get to the office and sit at our desks for 8 or more hours. We sit as we drive home, then we sit while we relax for the evening until we go to sleep.<\/p>\n

Of course, this pattern doesn\u2019t describe\u00a0everyone.\u00a0<\/em>However, it\u2019s fairly representative of most people in developed countries today.<\/p>\n

As a result of our largely sedentary lifestyles, we\u2019ve developed tons of different medical conditions.<\/p>\n

While we can\u2019t really look back in time to see how our ancestors lived, we can look at some of the tribes around the world that have held on to some ancient practices.<\/p>\n

Specifically, we can observe\u00a0the Hadza<\/a>, a hunter-gatherer tribe in Tanzania who adhere to many of the principles of our early ancestors.<\/p>\n

Researchers who have studied the Hadza have made some interesting discoveries regarding their activity and sedentary behavior.<\/p>\n

This group accumulates roughly the same amount of sedentary time as we do each day, but they develop few of the diseases that we see as \u201cnormal\u201d parts of life.<\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll take a look at one of the major differences between the Hadza and us: their use of the deep squat throughout their daily lives.<\/p>\n

The Hadza and the Deep Squat<\/h2>\n
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When resting, eating, and during many other times throughout the day, the Hadza can be seen in a deep squat. They rarely sit and instead opt for using their muscles while they are resting in the squat position.<\/p>\n

As a result, they tend to burn more calories than us and they stretch out their major muscle groups very often.<\/p>\n

Naturally, there are many other differences between us and the Hadza as well. For instance, they tend to eat a \u201ccleaner\u201d diet, with no processed foods.<\/p>\n

The avoidance of these foods has been associated with a lower risk of many different medical issues.<\/p>\n

But the frequent use of the deep squat is one of the most interesting differences between us and the Hadza.<\/p>\n

Is the deep squat the solution to all of your health issues? Probably not! However, by incorporating this movement for a few minutes every day, you can begin to realize tons of health benefits.<\/p>\n

In the next section, let\u2019s take a look at how you can begin to incorporate the deep squat into your daily life.<\/p>\n

How to Start Deep Squatting<\/h2>\n
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There are a few key points to keep in mind if you\u2019re going to start a deep squat routine. See below for some helpful tips and tricks to make sure you get the most out of this practice.<\/p>\n

Accept that You Will Be Uncomfortable At First<\/h2>\n

If you don\u2019t do a lot of stretching and mobility exercises, you\u2019re likely to experience some discomfort when you first start deep squatting.<\/p>\n

However, after a week or two of consistent practice, this discomfort will slowly start to disappear.<\/p>\n

Your knees will start to feel better, your hips will become looser, and you may even feel a release of tightness in your low back. Truly, the deep squat can alleviate many orthopedic issues.<\/p>\n

Aim for One Minute Total, Then Go Up From There<\/h2>\n

The first time you get into a deep squat, you may only be able to hold it for a few seconds before you can\u2019t take it anymore. That\u2019s ok!<\/p>\n

Your initial goal should be to hold the squat for one minute without rest. Once you achieve this, try to increase your hold time by 10 seconds each day.<\/p>\n

Once you can hold it for longer than 5 minutes, you may even start eating your dinner and watching TV in this position!<\/p>\n

Perform Other Forms of Exercise As Well<\/h2>\n

Deep squatting can improve your flexibility, your strength, and various other areas of your health. However, deep squatting alone isn\u2019t enough to lead to better health.<\/p>\n

You should try to\u00a0incorporate<\/a>\u00a0more cardiovascular, flexibility, and strength training\u00a0exercise\u00a0into your daily routine as well.<\/p>\n

By simply walking for a total of 150 minutes a week, you can do wonders for your overall health. Combine this with deep squatting and other exercises, and you\u2019ll be well on your way to living a healthier life.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n

The deep squat can go a long way towards combating the many diseases we see in western society. Better yet, if you can find a way to do all of the following each week, you\u2019ll put yourself in the best position possible for good health:<\/p>\n