1. Builds Muscle in your whole body

Squats obviously help build your leg muscles including your quadriceps hamstrings and calves but they also create anabolic environment which promotes body-wide muscle building. In fact when squats are done properly they trigger the release of testoterone and human growth hormone in your body which are vital for muscle growth and will also help to improve muscle mass when you train other areas of your body aside from your legs. So in the end squats can actually help you improve your upper and lower body strength.

2. Burn more fat

One of the most time efficient ways to burn more calories is to gain more muscle! For every pound of additional muscle you gain youe body will burn an extra 50-70 calories per day.

3. Maintain Mobility and Balance

Strong legs are crucial for staying mobile as you get older and squats are a fantastic way for increasing leg strength. They also workout your core, stabilizing muscles which help you to maintain balance and also improving the communication between your brain and your muscle groups which helps prevent you from falling.

4. Prevent injuries

Most athletic injuries involve weak muscles, ligaments and connective tissues which squats help strengthen. They also prevent injury by increasing your flexibility and balance.

Hopefully you find this informal, also check out my YouTube video on how to strengthen your legs

Coach Q