Sitting in the Squat

[@nd-qk5bj]

I've been doing this for over a week now and have already noticed increased flexibility when getting on/off my motorbike and my lower back pain has started to disappear! I would definitely recommend doing this exercise!

[@bekogo9059]

how did you actually start, hold on to something in front of you in a deep squat or try to squat as low as possible and try to go deeper?

[@ozquv3014]

This is gold specially for students after sitting for hours this move is a big help

[@jimsteffel]

Your Hindu push up video brought me to your channel. Lot of good information here. The Hindu squat/Push-up/Bridge is an effective workout you can do anywhere. I just wanted to mention that initially I had to hold on to something, table leg, to hold the sitting squat and i only did it for 30 sec. Now I can do it for extended periods without holding on to anything. Also, I always push my weight onto my heels when standing. 62 and still going strong! Great information, thanks! Good luck everyone.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That’s fantastic, Jim! Thanks for sharing your progress and journey with us!

[@Fortress333]

Excellent information, presented calmly and cohesively. I have been doing this for quite a while now (longer than a year for sure) and have now good mobility. I habitually rest in the squat position, but for some reason periods longer than, say, 10 minutes start to become somewhat restrictive to bloodflow. I have done resting squats at 19 or so minutes maximally. After that, my legs and feet feel prickly... Now, it's very important to those with pain issues, such as in a knee, to perform a correct squat or build toward one, because that can be key to restoring proper mechanics and make the pain a thing of the past. The pain is usually a symptom of 'incorrect' movement pattern and a resulting imbalanced strength distribution, such as weak legs (make squats often, to strengthen those strong muscles there and to save your back, for example). As the man says in the video, people are built to squat. This does not mean a squat should be perfect and there is no such thing as perfection in this, I think, except if you start to load up a barbell with weights and then it becomes critical to keep the spine neutral and to brace and to make sure the joints track over each other and the weight is evenly distributed. To pick up something off the floor, you can either make a squat or to perform a deadlift. Both, when done safely, keep your legs and glutes and such really strong and your back as well. It also results in a good posture as far as those parts of the body are concerned. Sitting (slouched) will result in poor posture, weak muscles, disproportionate muscle strengths and lengths and usually chronic pain down the road. From that condition, many make the good choice to start to become fit, but then they choose activities that are a great burden on them and worsen the condition and injuries result fast. Such as running. Or loaded squats with poor form in a gym. My advice is to work on key movements such as this squat and the deadlift (hip hinge) and strengthen those muscles involved. No need for a gym membership to learn this. Sorry for the rant.

[@Jademyheart]

Fantastic advice there're White, Appreciated 👌

[@LanTheWarder]

Thank you for your valuable rant! I quite enjoyed it :) Seeing that it was 3 years ago you wrote this comment, care to update on your progress? I'm at the same stage now, i.e. can squat comfortably for 10-15 minutes then the restrictive bloodflow becomes an issue. Did you overcome this somhow? If so, how?

[@kohsamuimannen]

Two years ago, I had an ankle surgery with some screws / hardware in place. My mobility is now fine, except for this position, in which I still struggle a little. I try to sit about 30 seconds a day and also do some toe raises from this position. And just after a week, my flexibility is already so much better. Thanks for the video!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That’s fantastic!

[@BT-be8rh]

I’ve started doing this recently ( in my early 60’s ) and it feels great, I actually look forward to it. Up to over 5 minutes now.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That’s fantastic! Keep up the good work!

[@IvanDjuric300]

This video has helped me with my squat more then any video on youtube. Well done mate and thank you!!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That is so cool to know! Thanks for sharing this!

[@daithiocinnsealach1982]

The sitting squat is so good for flexibility. I was so stiff a couple of years ago from sitting for long periods. Doing exercises like this has really opened my body up and I feel nearly as flexible as I did in my 20s.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Good stuff! Thanks for sharing!!

[@mohdnazmiharun7466]

Use a squat toilet....you will master the art in no time.

[@aboubacarsidikidouno331]

😂😂😂

[@amalayhuman]

Yes

[@elizabeth1703]

i want to... it seems so much more natural for your body to be in that position anyway....

[@marzo21]

Thx master🙏

[@deyakson]

*Slav intensifies*

[@IndiaNumberOneCoubtry]

Looked this up to intensify my slavity

[@renko9067]

Many very good points not covered by others I’ve seen.

[@itishasharma454]

Sitting in squat position always give me knee pain .. please help me or suggest me some tips and exercise to strengthen knee

[@gregc7227]

Good video learned a lot about movement in not to judge myself in my squad. I can squat on my heels all the way back with a straight back. And following Ido portal for a while. I love your videos I love your channel I subbed. Keep making them!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thanks so much for commenting. I’m so glad the videos are useful to you!

[@CryptoGeek8681]

Has it helped in your erection?

[@Mr2119rb]

Thanks for this video. Very helpful! I'm glad to hear you think there is a lot of 'flexibility' in foot position...i.e., be playful and enjoy the squat!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

thank you for the inspiration!

[@dboblu]

OS is amazing. I’m working my way through the book and currently working on my squat. I usually practice flat foot, and am doing rocking variations from another video (recommended in this thread) to get the hip and ankle mobility, but have done much on the toes. I will start today! Question: when resting in squat, it feels like my knees are squishing my muscles (hams and calves) in my knee crease too much and restricting blood flow. Because of this I can’t actually chill out in squat very long. Will this go away with practice/mobility/flexibility increases or is it a body structure issue and I’ll need to find a variation? Thanks for everything you do across all the media platforms! Can’t wait until you come to CO.

[@patrickharper9297]

Best squat video

[@TheTammyMcDaniel]

I want to be able to comfortably remain in a sit squat. In one of my online stretching classes they want us in a sit squat for 30 - 60 seconds. I can’t get into the position. They mention how important it is to be able to get into and out of a sit squat easily, but don’t explain how to build up to it. I try to hold a dumbbell in front of me as a counter balance because I fall backward. I can do the rocking motion that you show/mention in this video.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Maybe this can be helpful? How to Improve Your Squat kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZ7NeouJr9GNd6s A Strong Neck Makes a Good Squat kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHLCZWqeoJyEmas

[@diosdadoapias]

squat can be done easily by anybody except those who have big belly because that will hamper the abdominal area in resting on the quads when you squat.

[@jinjunmei]

My slav roommates taught me the slav squat partially as a joke but now I squat all the time.

[@SirSkuge]

Hey this is a great video! If I don't have the flexibility for squatting, how do I work on it?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Hi! Start with the rocking videos in this playlist. Just regular rocking back and forth sets the foundation and builds both the stability and mobility for squatting. The breathing videos here will help too. Here is the rocking playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PL9v3pv_KGM7vr3nz69wOff7vWsc4ix2jx

[@boscoffernandes]

Oh...yes... awesome. wonderful video. Done ..with heal on ground. Now to increase time to 5min. Cheers

[@ewelinagrden2581]

Thank you Tim for a video! But I have a question about refleksive strength, what is this? How you define this term? Second question: Is it possible to learn a squat even if I dont remember in my childhood that I was doing a squat? PS Im still working on my squat and OS excercises helps me! It works but it still isnt perfect :) Greets from Poland! Hope to see you here some day! :)

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Hi! Thanks so much for writing. Here is an article about reflexive strength: originalstrength.net/blog/the-definition-of-reflexive-strength/ And yes! It is possible to regain and relearn your squat even though you don't remember. It is still in you. Keep pressing reset and (especially rocking) and it will continue to get better. Hope this helps!

[@zolboobatbold3792]

impressive hip mobility

[@grantbradley5084]

Ass to the grass, that’s what my trainer always told me. At 65 years old the deep squat is actually quite comfortable.👍

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

65 years young…!

[@PHanomaly]

Exactly what I needed to hear. I have basic questions after severely injuring my knee 6 months ago, thinking I know I could do this before, I want to do again, I wasnt an athlete before, why u treating like one now? I just want to know what will injure me. Thank you.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Glad it was helpful. But I have to tell you a secret: you are an athlete. Don’t forget it

[@PHanomaly]

@@OriginalStrengthSystemwow, thanks for positive pump! But, in truth, I'm a Warrior* 😘

[@mussaratjalal2433]

Great job very helpful👍

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Glad to hear it!

[@dhankris631]

Thank you for this video

[@softballlinguist1801]

Did I meet you in UNC about 2018? We covered crossing the midline to reset the CNS?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That sounds very possible! I’m 35 min from there and have been there a few times…

[@shinobi-no-bueno]

I've always rested in a flat footed squat but lately I've been getting lightheaded when I stand up

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It's is possibly an orthostatic blood pressure drop/readjustment. It probably goes away in 10 to 25 seconds. Make sure you are plenty hydrated, stand up slowly and give yourself time to adjust AND seek a medical expert if this keeps happening and/or if it concerns you.

[@grantschaures]

Fantastic

[@AD-jc9sj]

I’m 26 and I cannot squat deep. I’m tall and my knee and head goes forward causing pain in my lower back. I don’t know if it’s my hips, ankles or long legs. I can’t do the exercise u said so what can i do? Thanks

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

This may be the best place to start:kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5aTaZKEbaiUba8

[@leandroseoane3791]

Could you explain how to get there if I can’t.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

This is perhaps the best place to start: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5aTaZKEbaiUba8

[@bricemenaugh4828]

Almost everyone should be able to do this with practice. I have heard of this practice helping knee, ankle, hip and back issues. Go slowly.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Yessir!

[@AlexM-vh2pu]

What is your take on the "butt wink" phenomenon ? there seems to be a lot of opposing views on when it pertains to bodyweight squats. Does it really matter if your spine is flexed in the bottom?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

If you’re not loaded - body weight - i don’t think much about it. It is not a danger

[@JuzniVuk]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem and if you are loaded, is it a bad thing/dangerous?

[@RnW154]

In that rocking position, say you aren't able to touch your butt to heels. Are there any stretches to fix that? thanks! great video!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

That's where you rock back as far as you can while maintaining s flat back and try diaphragmatic breathing. It is amazing the mobility breathing will give you. We may have some videos about that somewhere. Hope this helps!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

And let us know if you we can help you further. Thanks for watching!

[@RnW154]

ok great! Is your dvd 'an intro to original strength' a good place to start as a beginner? I seem to have a case of scapula winging (shoulder blades aren't too noticable, but 1 shoulders higher than the other...with the stiffness and all) Other then that it seems to be general mobility (not quite able to squat comfortably) just looking for a good comprehensive source of info to refer to as i go on. thank you so much, the videos that you did share are really interesting, a really fresh look on health!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

+RnW154 yes, I think the DVD would be a good resource for you. The book Pressing Reset would also be good. It has more information. May depend if you want to see the resets or read them! Keep in touch, I wish you the best in health!

[@RnW154]

I've just gone for the book. Thank you for the great communication! Wish you all the best!

[@Carpediem617]

I always sit in squat , IT feel so natural for me.. since i was little.. but people say that is not good for blood flow ? Is this true? That is blocks blood flow in the legs and can create varicose veins? Hope to get an answer to this.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

I have never run across such a saying. People say you shouldn't squat below parallel and other things too. Sometimes people are wrong. If you always sit in the squat and it feels so natural, has it caused any of the situations you have heard? Are you having blood flow issues or vein issues? In other cultures, where people sit like this all the time, do they also have these issues? Just questions to help you explore what you wish to find. Hope it helps.

[@maxstirner8717]

I too have squatted since I was very young, just instinctively. I can sit on my toes with my thighs parallel to the ground and just be - completely comfortable. I always had people stare at me and ask me how in the world I was able to do that, and I never understood what they were talking about. We westerners are as ignorant as we are arrogant, and hostile to completely normal things via social conditioning.

[@alisonvandusen7015]

Thanks for the snax, are you saying working on the rocking is how I can gain the reflexive strength? And/or the rocking will also improve my range, I think tightness is one of my issues.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

alison van dusen Yes ma'am. Rocking is a developmental movement that can restore reflexive strength. It teaches your stabilizer muscles how to stabilize your joints and it teaches your "moving' muscles how to move your joints, reflexively without conscious thought. When the stabilizers are doing their jobs, the body's mobility (range of motion) can naturally be expressed. So can the body's strength. Rocking can free up mobility and strength. I hope this helps! Thank you for watching.

[@manuhonkanen2111]

I am now sitting in a squat!

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Wonderful!!!

[@RandomLearner]

I lose my balance whenever I go to the sitting squat position. How can I improve my balance?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Breathing work and deadbug holds may be a place to start. It’s less about balance and more about getting the anterior chain (core) to turn on while in the bottom of the squat.

[@charleywilson1827]

Im having squat envy! Are you really going to do this whole video in a squat? As a woman im envious😂😂😂 i could NOT do this

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Yet. You can’t do it yet.

[@charleywilson1827]

Im working on it!

[@BreezyMark]

Awesome!!!!!

[@curiousgee5513]

Great information man. I subscribed.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thank you!

[@eduardolopez4520]

I can do it easily but it feels like my knees want to come in

[@DavidMaryCustom]

That means weak glutes.

[@eduardolopez4520]

David Mary yea that sounds likely

[@daym8]

I feel,the most limiting factor for quite a few is dorsi flection due to poor mechanics. Do you have any videos to work on it?or suggestions?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

I’ve quite a few videos about this or for this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJzYq3Vog82bmrM kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZ7NeouJr9GNd6s kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4iyipx7aNSYn8k

[@daym8]

Thanks a million Sir and for all your efforts invested in creating such beneficial videos.

[@Yuthika146]

I'm 21 and I'm quite young and i can squat perfectly but i have a problem standing up after squatting like i need to take support from the floor and get a little push to stand back up

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Add some moving squats into your day to day life and you won’t have any problems! Try this one: How to Perform the Hindu Squat kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKiVgIeVYrJrm80

[@geroooxgogoogogo958]

When i try to stand from this squat position my knee make a weird noise while standing is it fine or not ?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Did it hurt?

[@geroooxgogoogogo958]

Nope it doesn’t i just feel like something rubbing and this problem occur only if i squat over 100 degres

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Typically, noise without pain is ok. It’s called crepitus

[@Mr.WhiteBeard]

Its "jongkok" in indonesia. Most of us could do that

[@sam805236]

If you're a 150 lb man I can see MAYBE some comfort and benefits from the stretching, but for a normal modern person I think there's more harm than benefits. If you look at catchers in baseball who are superior athletes, they have major knee problems by the time they are in their 30s from all the squatting. We're not apes anymore, we're humans...Just do some Yoga and the stretching from that will be superior in the long term.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Thank you for sharing your view on this. I understand your point and view but I think it leaves room for more discussion - I may address this on a q and a for the podcast. Thank you again

[@spriteespritee1237]

Can you go really wide with this squat…wide and low???is it safe?can you tucked your shoulders between your knees while going down…is it normal to feel some kind of painful stretch in your pelvis,but I would say this pain gives some kind of pleasure too.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

The wider you go, the more restricted your depth. It’s certainly okay to explore different widths and depths to learn where you can move. Try to keep your spine straight in all leg variations. And I’m not sure about that pelvic pain, but as long as it is almost pleasant, perhaps it’s good!

[@gerrygizzygarcia2572]

I have heirnated discs do u recommend I try this

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

If you’re doctor agrees, you should be ok to do

[@Exodius__]

2:02 tried this and my feet proceeded to take a beating 🥳🥳🎉🥰

[@piyushdwivedi7195]

Should my calves be touching my hams?

[@yeetmeister0704]

Have you also heard about this on joe rogan? I meen weightlifters that go full depth like clarence kennedy do it wothout a problem could be that they are more flexible in the knees and hips but most people can fo it without weights and are scared to go full dept with weights

[@SoerenGraves]

I can sot into a squat, bit I can’t rock back. What should I be doing?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It's really hard to say without being able to see you. I'd start by trying to movements in our rocking and breathing videos. You may find all kinds of mobility waiting to come out from those.

[@tygyrlylly8079]

I have to turn my feet way out to do this, toes pointed out 45° or more

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It’s OK if your feet are out. You may find it putting a wedge or a lift under your heels, prevents the need to do this.

[@tygyrlylly8079]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem will try that thank you

[@armyparty]

I have flat feet. I think that makes it more difficult. With shoes on it is pretty easy. Comfortable almost.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Shoes tend to help because they are usually elevated in the heel, this reduces the need for ankle mobility in the squat. But that is great that you can squat like this in shoes.

[@armyparty]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem, so i need more ankel flexibility. I could work on that. It is also easier with a kettlebell

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Perhaps, seems like a possibility. LEGO rocking video can help with that. The kettlebell helps because it provides a counterbalance and it makes your abs fire reflexively.

[@ramansidhu1970]

does this help to release the gas from stomach? because I get pain due to gas

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Maybe? It can help you go #2.

[@Benaam-original]

I do this every morning in the toilet. LOL

[@PavanMehat12]

Another excellent Video Tim! I would love to interview you sometime. If you get the time and are interested feel free to shoot me an email. :)

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Sure, I’d be happy to! What’s your email?

[@PavanMehat12]

[e-mail] :)

[@swiftboi8077]

i got the reflexive strenght i can go all the way with my spine straight i just cant sit long enough is it just not enough leg strenght or is it something else?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It could be a leg strength issue. Or it could be something else. I guess the question would be where do you fatigue out at? What gives way so that you can not remain there?

[@swiftboi8077]

well the most time i managed to sit was 6 mins

[@amittyagi5368]

Squats everyday good or bad ?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It really depends on the context. How are we squatting? How many reps? Loaded or unloaded? Does it hurt?...... Squats can be done every day and they can be quite good for you done every day. But again, depending on the “how” part, they can also be detrimental. So, it depends.

[@dererootsroots3454]

Why my legs feel prickly while I’m doing it ? I know that is related with bloodflow , what can I do about it ? Great video by the way

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

You can try shifting a bit from side to side, or even play with rocking on hands and knees more. Also, make sure you are well hydrated and that you’re breathing into your belly. IF it hurts, don’t do it - for now.

[@christopherramon-reid2000]

Original Strength, fantastic advice here! I had the same question.

[@williammavericks7992]

For me Indonesian, its easy to do

[@dhankris631]

It s hard for someone having back pain

[@vistaprime]

i couldn't sit in the squat at 20.

[@A4bandz]

LMAO I do this all the time when I'm poopin

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It’s the best way to poop

[@tobydude7462]

I second that

[@fitafanatomy3359]

My ankles won't let me

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Check out all the videos about rocking - it's a great ankle restoration movement.

[@Patriotic_Christian]

Y do i fall back? N i only feel it in my legs

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It could be that your anterior chain is not reflexively firing, or it could be that your ankles are not able to move into dorsiflexion.

[@Patriotic_Christian]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem okay, i c...thx 4 the answer👍🏻 I got anterior pelvic tilt, could this b the prob.?🤔

[@gauravrakwal6326]

sitting squats in toes is normal or not ?

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It is normal. But so is squatting flat footed. What would be most desirable is to be able to do both. Some can squat on the balls of their feet but not with their feet flat. This would indicate some limitations in mobility or reflexive strength. Hope this helps.

[@gauravrakwal6326]

sir recommend some exercise so that i can sit flat footed.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

gaurav rakwal Hey, try this exercise every day for about 5 minutes a day. Let me know if you experience any changes in a couple of weeks, ok? kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZSrlmyNprCpbac

[@coldclearkt]

I sit in chairs like this

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Best use for a chair!

[@rajfreakinraushan]

Are you referring yourself or L

[@pineir]

For some reason my body won’t let me

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

You may be lacking some of your reflexive strength. Check out the videos about breathing rocking and rolling. They will help you restore your reflexive strength so you can sit in a squat.

[@tifelade9062]

I can't do this cos I broke my left leg.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

I’m sorry to hear that, but I’m hopeful you will make a full recovery

[@tifelade9062]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem it's been 13 years now. I'm not sure there's any other recovery for me

[@roodtube6201]

Everybody can do it ..just strech the ankle and the hips.

[@christopherramon-reid2000]

👍👍👍

[@ultimatemanspeech]

nate diazzzzz?

[@hammill444]

Only for the young and healthy. Impossible for someone like me, that’s for certain, at 52 with chronic lower back pain. Not a chance and not a good idea

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

I know people who were certain they needed knee replacement surgery and certain they couldn’t squat, but they discovered something different. I don’t know your situation but I do know there’s a lot of potential and power still left in your body.

[@darklord9102]

Nah people with toilets in floor do this till they die....

[@rapbotsuniverse4843]

I got fucking rejected for army because this nonsense squat issue... Suggest some exercises so that i can build reflex strength to sit properly in the squat bro please... I got my another selection exam in January till then i got to develop it.

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

Hey, give those vids a try - they may be what you’re looking for: Quadruped Rocking Tutorial - Original Strength show you how to rock kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5aTaZKEbaiUba8 How to Pull Yourself into a Squat kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXWnm55_rbN4lck How to Improve Your Squat kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZ7NeouJr9GNd6s How to Rock into Squat for Strength kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4iyipx7aNSYn8k

[@rapbotsuniverse4843]

@@OriginalStrengthSystem thank you brother😇😇

[@sakthidepp9716]

This is how we shit

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

It’s the best way

[@186rajput]

We Indians have our toilets designed in such a way that we dont need to spare time for this exercise, we do this everyday by default. Btw gr8 video

[@OriginalStrengthSystem]

We should all be doing it every day by default!

[@sb6759]

@ Rahul Parmar.....Is it possible for elderly people like 60's and 70's.... specially when they are using toilet?...can they still sit like this for toilet?

[@darklord9102]

@@sb6759 ys