1 MIN. READ

Where should you place your feet when you do squats?

Instagram/Rishfits

As we get older, our knees get weaker. To ensure you don’t injure you knees, try using a wider stance when you squat (i.e. wider than shoulder width). If you insist on doing shoulder width squats, try using this tibial rotation exercise as a pre-warmup to prevent potential knee injuries.

 

 
 
 
 
 
View this post on Instagram
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Rishane Oak || Funktional Mobility (@rishfits)

Share the Post:

Active Aging News

Weekly Newsletter

RELATED NEWS

Keeping fit after retirement concept. Elder muscular man portrait

Less Weight, More Gain? The Surprising Truth About Building Muscle After 50

Training, senior and man exercise with personal trainer at the gym squat with kettlebell equipment for strength. Elderly, old and fitness people workout in a health club for wellness and motivation

Exercise vs. Yoga in the 50+ Vascular Showdown

Senior woman making a serve while playing tennis

More Than Just a Game: How Racket Sports Are Reshaping Longevity Science

Active senior woman doing yoga session at home

Forget Gym Trends: Is This Simple Move the Key to Better Posture?

adult fit lady doing squats outdoors

The Blueprint for Active Aging: 4 Crucial Physical Benchmarks You Need to Track After 60

OTHER STORIES

Middle age hispanic man sitting on training mat at the gym thinking looking tired and bored with depression problems with crossed arms.

Missing a Week of Workouts Won’t Turn You to Jelly (We Checked the Science)

Heart shape of ketogenic low carbs diet concept. Ingredients for healthy foods selection on white wooden background. Balanced healthy ingredients of unsaturated fats for the heart and blood vessels.

Eat Like a Centenarian, Not a Social Media Influencer

Group of Senior Retirement Friends Happiness Concept

Could Happiness Be The Secret Elixir To Longevity?

Helicobacter Pylori bacteria in the stomach

The Unwelcome Guest: Is a Common Stomach Bug Raising Your Alzheimer’s Risk?

Alysha Clark

The New Science of Stamina: How Modern Athletes Blow Past the Age 50 Barrier

Colorful illustrations of various beauty and health themes

Before You Buy That Online Peptide: What Every Adult Over 60 Needs to Know About DIY Injections

[chatbot style="floating"]

Please enter your email to access your profile