100 Hindu Squats for Joe Rogan

[@GUISNIP]

I heard Joe mention it on his podcast and I immediately Goolged Hindu Squats, found your easy to follow video, and am now incorporating the move into my daily routine. THANK YOU!

[@mcclainbeatz]

Same

[@Studeo5150]

Me too.

[@SkunkNWindow]

me too!

[@Playswitsqwirlz]

For anyone wondering, #1696 Lex Fridman at about 3:02:06

[@Playswitsqwirlz]

that's the recent mention anyway if you are wondering about the context

[@kingcobra1787]

The breathing was the lesson well needed thx

[@mukeshpandiyan6203]

The most impressive thing is he speaks immediately without any problem. Wowww

[@zarkovitch42]

I do one flight of stairs, then I need to lay on the floor for 15 min to catch my breath, don't talk to me I'm meditating

[@johnmarty2966]

Lol, right? I don't think I could even do 100 in a row, and if I could, I'd surely be breathing heavy!

[@traceler]

probably he is already used to them.

[@ChrisBranch]

I'm an osteopath over in the UK and your book, Original Strength, is the book I've recommended most to my patients! I have a very dog-eared copy in our clinic reception that I show them. I didn't even realise you had a YT channel 🤦‍♂️. Thank you for your great content, I'll be sending more people your way ☺️🙏

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Oh wow! Chris, thanks so much for commenting! So glad OS is useful to you and your patients!

[@fredrikhedlund]

What book?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

@fredrikhedlund this one: www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1944878750/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kpHDrC8v8h6KjO-1cVR7I7ew0Dq9nIuAuj8EUrHeTP21yxui4zWeM8g_obYLysZ_Go6xwVpHWR2vuVrQCHB8ibNyxcDccfLRE2NsZ7fF-VMm9Pe63PiYVhbqhu1dKqK9Vp_nmwwRZALYrOJvCr80j7zpFQja4brLZbbuQJLQU54.4phiSByaTco3LbIGxfmfPbm55hfFEhpZ-eRuXXylang&qid=1709401516&sr=8-1

[@daoud1608]

Here before Rogan! Keep up the great work!

[@gennaroringley2772]

Since meeting you at the Plae conference in 2017 my athletic ability has increased substantially. Also, my approach of coaching has forever been changed. Thank you for all your content

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thank you so much for sharing this with me.

[@grominwithrob1339]

I used to work retail with long hours on concrete floors. My knees hurt so bad. It felt like a ice pick getting stabbed into my knee caps. I started researching and felt that I had a loose knee causing the problem. I found Hindu squats and started doing them. After about a week of 100 a day, I never had knee pain again.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That’s so awesome!

[@kenwhitaker1962]

I’m adding this to my follow along videos. Thanks Tim!

[@zgs12212012]

Fantastic work as always! Great perspective changes. Thank you, Superman. Liked and sharing.

[@clydemeeks9614]

Outstanding. Well done.

[@Rid3thetig3r]

Great work Tim!

[@ZEvenEsh]

GREAT job, Tim! That is Serious!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Zach! Thanks for stopping by!

[@IAM-IAM-333]

I throw these into my after wake up feel good workout a couple days a week. I love them. Sometimes I do them with a little toe bounce. Sometimes I roll from heel to balls. Sometimes my arms are loose, sometimes I look like im mimicking the karate kid. But I get the gist of the move into my rotation somehow. ✌

[@Nick22257]

Im here cause joe mentioned it in his most recent lex fridman podcast

[@kizzmitten1]

I watch a lot of Strongman vids and powerlifting, This is a nice relaxing break. I;m injured right now so I will be happy to do these squats!. Thanks man Glad you are getting more exposure!

[@robindavis7023]

Awesome!

[@juice0618]

Joe just mentioned it on the Fight Companion episode...that's why I'm here. Following for sure.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thanks so much for for commenting and following. I hope you find the channel helpful

[@billbradleymusic]

Nose breathing the entire time. Very impressive.

[@mocean365]

Plus his recent work in raising awareness of taking control of our own health!!

[@marcusparks]

I've been back in the office for a couple of years and have been making time to do about fifty of these per day. I've noticed a big difference in my leg strength and overall feeling.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That’s fantastic! Thanks for sharing.

[@notundermywatch3163]

Hope somebody forwards this to Joe. Well done, sir

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thank you for the encouragement!

[@perspectivaimporta494]

Great job! I start trembling at 45 of them.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

45 is great

[@lennyd1313]

Thanks for your efforts

[@naldovaz9157]

Very smooth. Nice rythm

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thanks so much!

[@gethnoble4316]

Very useful video, in this format we can accompany you doing the 100 squats, mirroring your moves and breathing. Thanks!😊😊😊

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Glad you liked it!!

[@rodm49]

This is great!!!

[@gr-wp7oh]

Subscribed because of the good vibe you project.

[@Phil-S8]

If you have scheduled leg days as part of your weekly routine, how would you incorporate these squats?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

If you wanted to do them every day, you could. You don’t have to do 100 day either. You could do 25 a day if you wanted. You could also do them as a primer or warm-up for your weighted squats.

[@jeremyphillips6229]

Haha im here from the video your talking about because of Joe Rogans recent podcast with kneesovertoesguy lol. Will be promptly adding this and the pushups to my routine starting right now...

[@jeremysipes7797]

Have been 300 a day as part of a 100 day calisthenics challenge. Sometimes I did them in sets, or all at once. I’m no paragon of strength, but really enjoy the exercise and fitness benefits. Thanks!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That is awesome, Jeremy! But, you may be a Piston of Strength!

[@davidgreenlee6005]

That is absolutely how I found this channel, Joe Rogan Oprah for men

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Yes! Oprah for men! That’s awesome 👏

[@pcorteen]

Very encouraging - thanks.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Glad it was helpful!

[@petermaharajh2088]

Thanks for making this. I try to do it with you 2-3 times per week. I try to keep your breathing pattern too. It would be awesome if you could do a 150 and 200. It’s more fun to just let you do the counting and I focus on survival Lol. Every other YT video yammers on … you get on with the work out. You’re awesome.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Ha! Thanks Peter! I appreciate you

[@frederickg.6155]

Well done👍

[@danielbelak145]

I started doing hindu squats just nearly 2 weeks ago and just today, thanks to this video, I realized that my technique was different than it should be - instead of going on my tips on the way down I went on them on the way up, and honestly, I don´t know if I was making it harder way, easier way or whatever. Anyway, I didn´t hurt myself, actually, my way so far gave me really good workout so I´ll maybe keep doing them that way in future, but I´m excited to try this version of technique 😁 the way I did them so far I managed to get to 175 reps, so I´m curious how far will I get with this 😁

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Great work!!!!

[@Tears4Guthix]

2x video speed = steam train 🚂

[@Sicario_169]

Our hindu ancestors were ahead of the curve in every way shape and form. Jai shree ram

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

I cannot disagree.

[@francoisgianni]

So true

[@kickfrip420]

Heard somewhere that the breath should be the inverse as in out-down in-up?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Try it both ways and do the way you like the best

[@mehdibc5852]

I hope you will soon get the recognition you deserve man. This is one of my favorite channels not just for the amazing content but also for the positive energy. Thanks for everything!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thank you so much for the encouragement!

[@MichaelB2L]

I’m here because of Joe Brogan. Thanks for the video man. Definitely gonna give them a go ✌🏻💪🏻

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

So glad it is helpful!

[@rennbo]

Haha. Great. Did the 100 with you in the first watching of the vid 💪😄 Oh I love things like that!!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Great work!!!

[@Lkshy_abq]

Since i have very low ankle mobility in my right foot because of a surgery. These are the only squats i can do and they grew me pretty badass calves if you don't like to load up weights on your squats and skip calf raises all together these squats are the best imo

[@JamesWhite-cr5ys]

Congratulations 🎉

[@purelyimprove43]

Sounds like a real life engine

[@jagjeetsihra2862]

Going to try these. They look less stressful on the knees.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

They can be great for the knees

[@alokt6208]

Its called Dand Baithak. Its an Indian wrestler's favourite along with the Hindu pushups, which is called Sapaate or even Surya Namaskar

[@matthewsurprenant2386]

If you EVER end up on the Joe Rogan podcast that would be AWESOME!!!

[@oscarcoronado4117]

This video needs the Supermam theme as background

[@keithdenson2524]

I will add those squats to my workout routine

[@ramannayyar007]

Great video.. hello Tim , could please make a video on how to release and strengthen psoas muscle? Keep us motivated with your videos and humor 😊.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Great suggestion!

[@PEGF4MG]

So cool! :-)

[@robertwebz]

He mentioned it again on his podcast. That’s why I’m here lol

[@uraichur]

Gratitude is highest form of prayer !

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

I love that! Thank you.

[@uraichur]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem you’re welcome ☺️

[@hemji999]

I'm a hindu from india I do daily 200 hindu dand🙏🙏🙏

[@stanleydombrowski8248]

Any reason not to go into full flat footed squat? Why keep heels off the ground? Thanks!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

There are many different types of squats. The Hindu Squat is a variation done by lifting the heels to allow for full descent, among other things. Nothing wrong with keeping heels down, but if you do, it’s just not a “Hindu Squat.”

[@xXHotaroXx]

yep, also just found you through Joe Rogan podcast with Lex Friedmann :)

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thanks so much for stopping by. Hope you found something useful.

[@adolfreynolds]

Used to do these as a warm up 4 jujitsu class but I remember dragging our knuckles on the mat!

[@nicknico4121]

I learned this exercice when I was doing Muay thai at a local place in my town, it was part of the warmup. Just don't let your butt get lower than the level of the knees.

[@traceler]

Jis butt are way lower than his knees for sure. Karate tv warn do not relax or "sit" on the botton position but keep tension in the quads and legs all the time. I did dead hangs relaxing all the way as some dr suggest in a book and destroyed my labrum and supraspinatus muscle beyond repair even after shoulder surgery... always keep tension on muscles to spare tendons and ligaments.

[@sid4752]

How’s this different from a typical squat? Does this work other uncovered muscle parts?

[@wuyev]

Did u not watch the video?

[@patrikbjorling4391]

The heels..

[@SenpaiTorpidDOW]

Much better for knee health - it improves mobility, but unlike a back squat where you can potentially stack an extra 200-400lbs of weight on it you obviously can't do it with this squat because of the mobility. So, this is not as good for hypertrophy of quads, glutes and back but it is extremely powerful exercise to improve mobility and strength of the knee and hips.

[@GeraldGruber]

Who is this Joe Rogan? Maybe I will watch one of his videos because he was mentioned here so often by the Hindu Squat master.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Ha! That’s pretty good!

[@SeekAStrak]

Just wondering on the execution of the movement. I find that I can more easily go all the way down with toes pointing sightly out. Does the placement of the toes matter?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Placement of toes does matter, to you. You’ll find, as you have, there is a sweet spot for you. It’s okay to be in that spot. Also remember that the heels can and do rise up at the bottom of this particular squat. That helps a lot.

[@SeekAStrak]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem Thank you.

[@treverpitts]

Skip to 1:38 to see the workout

[@pvenkatagoutham1509]

Superb👍👍👍

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thank you!

[@callmesupreme1533]

They burn fast 🔥🔥 thought that was your breathing making that noise lol

[@anuhystar]

Hi appreciate the video, thanks for sharing..I have a question, when I go to the gym the trainer insist that the knee should be in the same line as the shin and ankle to avoid knee injury. However, in the Indian style I see that the knees are protruding into the front. Will it cause any knee issues on a later stages?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

No, it’s okay for the knees to extend past the toes. That’s part of our design.

[@tommyb5899]

I’m here because of Rick Flair… Wooooooooo!!! 😂🤣😂!!!

[@platinumsunset2170]

I know it is a bit late to comment, but I am using this to burn the correct form into my brain. Thanks Much!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Happy to help!

[@Blacklion19]

Awesome job Tim! Hey, what's your opinion on frog squats, is it just as good as hindu squats?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

I don’t know if it’s just as good - they are just different. I would say the frog squat will be more of a leg burner and the Hindu Squat would be more of a lung burner. The range of motion is also very different in each squat, so they will affect the hips, knees, and ankles differently. So, I think there is room for both to provide benefit.

[@jonedwards3867]

Managed to do 100 and damn their not easy wow!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Great work!

[@YallahYah]

I gotta start doing this ☝🌞

[@viktormedina4631]

Question: I used to do these type of squats, but have read in a lot of websites that they actually hurt the knees because of putting them in front of your toes. I have arthritis so I do not want to make it worse. Is this true or not? Thanks for any advice anyone could give me.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Well, it’s not true unless it is. What I mean is that these squats can be great for the knees. Not squatting with your knees past your toes is an “old wives tale” that mostly makes people afraid to squat. However, there are a lot of things that are good for some people, but not so good for others - like strawberries. When it comes to movement, we advise people to move where they can without moving into pain. In the case of arthritis, you would take advantage of the movement your body allows you to have in a pain free range of motion. No matter how small the movement, it can eventually lead to full range of pain-free motion in time. Here is a great place to start to restore/help your knees: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5aTaZKEbaiUba8 This can lead to a great Hindu Squat. Here’s another that may help kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4iyipx7aNSYn8k

[@SenpaiTorpidDOW]

Not true at all! This exercise is literally one of the best exercises you can do for knee health. I discovered them after going to physiotherapy because I had knee pain and could not squat heavy anymore! This exercise was one of the exercises that contributed to my knees becoming functional and pain free again!

[@Monkeymann1107]

Came here after hearing joe mention the Hindu squat in a podcast.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thanks for checking us out! And welcome!

[@panda007]

Add in 100 sit-ups, 100 pushups, and 10 km run. It’ll get you strong.

[@najashitv6460]

but you'll go bald

[@rinkuhero]

curious: is lifting your ankles necessary and a part of this exercise, or just something you do due to poor ankle mobility?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

For this particular squat variation, it is a part of the movement. You raise the heels on purpose as you squat

[@Gunzo568]

What's with the ankle? Shouldn't the heels be in contact with the ground? Or just your mobility issue?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

No, this variation of squat is performed with the heels up.

[@mostpeople_]

Link to original video?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKiVgIeVYrJrm80

[@patrickboehler7814]

Never heard it on rogan. But just heard it on bill burrs podcast. (He's up to 25) Googled it. Found ur old video and this one. I'll definitely incorporate this in my cardio

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Hey Patrick. Thanks so much for letting me know this. That’s pretty cool. Happy training to you, sir!

[@MShrop1]

Shine on Tim

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thanks brother

[@americanpancakelive]

The balance part is difficult for me, being a newbie at it.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It gets much better with practice! But you’ll also notice some days are just less balanced than others. That can be a sign of stress or fatigue.

[@vaibhavujagare8512]

I used to do this and it really helped my calves a lot.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It’s a great movement

[@RakeshC137]

Does anyone know the episode number where Joe mentioned it. Want to watch the episode

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Here is the one that Joe lit a fire with: How to Perform the Hindu Squat kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKiVgIeVYrJrm80

[@DipakKumar-dx4cw]

Try doing surya namaskar also !!!

[@tonygabriel7737]

What a nice guy

[@portiasnyder1812]

New sub here awesome content! I think I can do those !! Love Joe rogan

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Welcome and thank you!

[@HerenBass]

Is it recommended to lift the heel? I tend to deep squat with my foot fully on the ground, would I miss some benefit?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Lifting the heel is the way the Hindu Squat is performed. Nothing wrong with keeping the heel down, but it’s not technically a Hindu Squat when you do. There is benefit in both types of squats. Not everyone can keep their heels down, so Hindu Squats allow more people to play.

[@InfamousFPV]

Algorithm got me here, I do watch Rogan podcasts on yt but I'm here either way via yt suggestions

[@jameson6930]

I am watching you squat in joes honor

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

You’re a strong lad

[@eyesayyes4700]

This is not a critique....just an honest question Tim...how come you are not being explosive with your arms when you do these?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

No worries, honest answer, this is just the way I like to do them. And really the way I’ve done them for 16 years.

[@TheDanAge]

Joe just showed this video to Reggie Watts when explaining the Hindu Squat to him.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Really?!?! Awesome!

[@EnmaEnthusiast]

GTO got me here 😂

[@rikkic7000]

Thanks man you’ve given me that final push to get my fat arse off the couch and start again 👍🏼

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

You can do it

[@Bumiround]

Any tips how to increase our max? Currently i able to do 50-55 in a row 150 a day

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

This may sound simple or just weird, but if you can do 55 in a row, you can do 60. Don’t let yourself stop until you reach 60. Then, do that for a week. Then set your floor to 65 for a week. Slowly inch yourself up with your mind. Your body will follow…

[@Bumiround]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem probably i did them too fast, i'll try doing it with your pace tomorrow and patiently build up the reps count. I increase the reps too quickly and seems like my body cant catch up for everyday training Thanks for the tip 👌

[@primegupilan1974]

Nice!

[@李振藩-t3c]

I first heard of this exercise was because Bruce Lee learnt this exercise from an Indian wrestler

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That’s cool!

[@rickysingh616]

I find it strange how the western world call this a Hindu squat when literally it's just called wrestling squat or just squat in India. Funny thin is even Indians have started calling it an Hindu squat in India too 🤷

[@bhramitaatma6026]

It is Hindu squat because it finds its origin in Akhadas and Akhadas have their deity as Lord Hanumanji

[@sudeeptaghosh]

Dand baithak 🤷‍♂️

[@arunstalii3666]

Maybe this name was given a long time back. I mean back then those living beyond either the indus River or hindu kush mountains were known as hindus

[@Bullinthehouse]

Hegemony

[@ObsidianElohim]

That's like Canadian Bacon

[@fourierrocket]

Boy are my arms tired.

[@boranbkk4270]

How do these vary if you keep your heel down in terms of the workout benefits?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It changes the range of motion for some and greatly limits it for others. Ball of foot also works the muscles of the feet and ankles more than heel down does. Both have benefit and it’s great to be able to do both and own both.

[@boranbkk4270]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem Interesting thanks.

[@yousaltyd0g25]

Rogan sent me! Should you do 100 straight or can you break it up throughout the whole day? Which is better?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

You can do both and they both offer benefits. It’s not that one is better than another, however, I think broken throughout could have a slight edge as it offers “movement opportunities” throughout the day.

[@gregglockhart9551]

Looking good! How about the Hindu push-ups. They’re winner too!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

I absolutely love Hindu Pushups. That is one of my favorite movements. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKCqfp-grdaGZ8k

[@alexmauriciio]

I saw this too!