3 Asian Squat Gains Without Asian Squat Pains

Physical Therapist Margaret Martin shows you how to enjoy the benefits of the Asian squat without the experiencing the pains it can cause. Three Asian squat alternatives for seniors by Margaret.
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3:18 Benefit #3 and Alternative #3
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All the information, content, and material presented in this video is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider.

[@margaretmartinpt]

3 healthier alternatives to the Asian Squat.

[@jglg7238]

when you're young you should learn to deep squat, asian squat, on a daily basis, this can really help with your knees, back, core, as you age.

[@sydnieleehoughton3935]

THANKYOU Margaret. I have severe cartilage loss on my knee, and finding the classic Asian squat hurts it. I’ll do your alternate positioning

[@susibul5320]

Thank you, it’s just what I needed to hear, I have a 60yr old visitor from Thailand today, he squats into this position with ease and remains there for ages, not so for me but now your clear instructions here have given me hope.

[@margaretmartinpt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@The_Savage_Wombat]

How tall is he? How much does he weigh? I'm curious if tall people can do it. I haven't seen any.

[@susibul5320]

@@The_Savage_Wombat Wombat he is 5ft 8” tall and quite thin, about 160lbs, I will ask him next time he visits me.

[@gregoryselner7261]

Thanks Your advice has always been helpful for me.

[@margaretmartinpt]

Glad to hear that!

[@beverlyb6391]

OMG I could do that. Thank You ! ! !

[@oopurpledove]

Thank you very much for this much needed advice 😊

[@margaretmartinpt]

You are so welcome!

[@althompson2503]

Always good advice !

[@margaretmartinpt]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinmcgrane4279]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@margaretmartinpt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davidjayesongs]

Hi, thank you for this guidance on the 3 alternatives. I have osteoporosis and arthritis so the 3 alternative options are real possibilities to achieving the squat. Can you advise how long to hold the 1st and third positions in particular and what would be a sensible number of reps in a session. Many thanks again.

[@nancyriley3929]

Hi Margaret- if I have osteopenia, is it ok to do the Asian squats? Thank you for the great info on alternative exercises

[@agnesweiss9525]

Should someone with both knees replaced attempt the Asian squat? I function very well with them and it’s been two years since the last knee replacement.

[@fulton92503]

very good!

[@margaretmartinpt]

Thanks!

[@RS-nn2lg]

Would you please repeat what the meditation pose with the small stool looks like? I can't quite get it from this video -- need a longer exposure. Thanks.

[@j.c.7555]

Why is it bad for someone with osteoporosis? I do this squat frequently and have been diagnosed with osteoporosis . Thank you

[@margaretmartinpt]

Good question. I cover this question and more in my free osteoporosis course. melioguide.com/free-course/

[@rosefonseca2013]

How often should these be done? How long should this be held?

[@dgatchell100]

If I sit on a low stool or even squat, I can't get up. 😕. I hike a lot and am starting to do regular calf muscle exercises, but still don't have the strength to stand up.

[@jmc8076]

If no pain just keep practicing. Use her alts and work up slowly. Also try a toilet stool (not for peeing) and put hands on knees while sitting fwd to get up. Bonus it’s functional. Then low stools and or kneeling she showed on firm bed if easier then floor for now. Work on muscles used to stand up w/mini squats. Search Margaret’s name and them on YT or see her playlist.

[@edwardrogers-wright1604]

I want to begin trying, not using posts but 4kg dumbbells for balance. Should my knees always be behind my toes for squats? I'm 65 years old.

[@rhiannonwilliams2521]

Please spend more time showing each position. Your suggestions are very helpful but there is very little time for my aging brain to register the exact position!!!

[@margaretmartinpt]

Noted

[@berylworsley4413]

I am 77 and have always been able to sit in the Asian squat but I can't stand up again without pulling myself up or getting over onto my knees (all fours) and pushing up from the ground. What can I do?

[@guillermodozal7166]

Thanks for this great video. I’m assiduously saving money to buy a house with a staircase like that.

[@margaretmartinpt]

Best of luck!

[@ijavorek]

Not just the Asian kids, but every kid in the world does deep squat!! Just in the wester culture , the kids grow up and never squat, goes with electric roller, play on video games. I had students in twenties, who were not able squatting their own body weight . So, parents keep up asking your growing up kids to keep up play outside, and squat !!

[@sheemakarp6424]

☝🏽I was hoping someone would comment on this. No need to show an actual Asian baby accomplishing this. In fact, I find it amusing that it’s even referred to as “an Asian squat.” It’s just a full squat with heels on the ground. Any human can do it, with practice. And many people around the world do, not just Asians. But the instructions were great for those of us who can’t do it ( &, er, I am Asian lol).

[@The_Savage_Wombat]

Can tall seniors do this?

[@barbaramallow3870]

Can you pls consider doing a video with progressions for learning the Asian squat for your viewers who don't have any contraindications? I am 60 and have been trying for a long time to master it, but I can't do it without rounding my back (to keep myself from falling over backwards). Thanks!

[@margaretmartinpt]

Thank you for the suggestion.

[@guillermodozal7166]

Barbara, I set up two ropes hooked to a wall. I loop my wrists in the rope, and Asian I go, straight back.

[@barbaramallow3870]

@@guillermodozal7166 great idea, thanks for the suggestion!

[@freewaycarstrucks]

Is it dangerous for hemorroids? Make then worse?

[@carlcruysberghs2298]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Mlmv266]

I had a meniscus tear and can no longer do an asian squat😳

[@patriciapendlbury2603]

And sometimes you can't do that because of knee problems😮

[@margaretmartinpt]

correct

[@alphashanahan4323]

Asian squat? I am Asian and i cannot do this squat 😊

[@jmc8076]

That’s funny and makes me feel better. 😂🙏

[@Lightbody33]

Asian Squat ?? doesn't sit right with me .... excuse the pun... loads of people all over the world sit like thisI 🙂

[@jmc8076]

And they have healthier pelvic and other muscles. It’s why toilet stools work. Search info on them.

[@The_Savage_Wombat]

Loads of shorter people