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Because we do so much sitting, many of us have developed tightness in our lower backs, hips, knees and ankle joints. This basic yoga pose -- a deep, wide-legged squat -- can help you regain some ...

He cautioned against the “false choice” between sitting or doing a deep squat. “If you want to minimize sitting, just stand up,” Stults-Kolehmainen said.

This sitting squat will make your legs, butt and back stronger while avoiding strain on those sensitive areas. 1. Start out by sitting toward the front of a sturdy chair.

Deep squatting is more common in cultures outside the U.S. — but is it better for our bodies? Here's what experts say.

Squat down, allowing your glutes to travel back as if you are sitting in a chair, and lower yourself until your quadriceps muscles are parallel to the ground, or before experiencing any discomfort.