Strength For Life: Are Squats Dangerous After Age 40? | Ep. 35

Squats have been blamed for knee pain, back issues, and injury, especially for people over 50. But most of that advice is wrong. In this episode, we break down the biggest squat myths and what the research actually shows. Done properly, squats don’t damage your knees or back, they strengthen them. We cover: Why squats are protective for your knees and spine Why strength becomes more important as you age The limits of machines vs. functional movements How to start squatting safely and progress over time Avoiding strength doesn’t keep you safe, it makes you weaker. And weakness increases fall risk and loss of independence. The goal isn’t to squat for performance. The goal is to stay strong enough to live your life.