10/06/2026
Did you know?
🏋️ Why Squats Are the King of All Exercises (And Always Will Be)
If you could only keep one movement for the rest of your life, it should be the squat.
Not because it looks impressive on social media — but because it builds a body that actually works.
Squats are one of the most complete exercises ever created, and here’s why they matter for everyone, not just athletes.
When you squat properly, you’re not training one muscle — you’re training your entire system. Quads, glutes, hamstrings, core, lower back, and even upper-body stability all work together. This coordination is exactly how the human body is designed to move in real life.
Everyday actions are squats in disguise:
Standing up. Sitting down. Lifting objects. Carrying weight. Getting older with confidence.
That’s why strong squat ability is closely linked to better mobility, independence, and lower injury risk, especially as we age.
Squats also trigger a powerful hormonal response because they involve large muscle groups. This means better muscle development, higher calorie burn, and improved metabolic health — without needing endless exercises.
Unlike isolation movements, squats train your core the right way. Your core learns to brace and protect your spine under load, improving posture and reducing injury risk across all activities.
And the best part? Squats are for everyone.
From bodyweight squats to goblet squats, box squats, or barbell squats — the movement scales to your level, your age, and your goal.
Squats aren’t about ego or chasing numbers.
They’re about building a body that moves well, stays strong, and lasts.
Train squats with patience and respect — and they’ll support you for life.
Now you know.
FIT FAM.
CoachMel's Bataan Body Engineer
CoachMel Bataan
Mel Anthony Bautista