Can You Do Squats if You Have Bad Knees?
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If you or a training client has knee pain, an injury, or surgery, be cautious with squats. Consider ways to make squats safer and less painful. Also try some alternatives that target the same muscles without putting so much pressure on the knee joints.
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The 3 Best Squat Variations For Bad Knees - Muscle & Fitness
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10 Best Quad Exercises For Bad Knees (From experts!)
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Squats for Bad Knees with Aileen Sheron
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Are Squats bad for your knees? My first blog as a Kinesiology grad : r/Fitness
If squats hurt your knees try these 4 knee friendly exercises
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Knee pain and exercise myths and facts
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Ask a Fitness Expert: Are Squats Safe for Your Knees?
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Are Squats bad for your knees? My first blog as a Kinesiology grad : r/Fitness
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Are Squats bad for your knees? My first blog as a Kinesiology grad : r/Fitness
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Why Do Your Knees Hurt When You Squat?