Question 1

does squat nd shoulder stunt our growth?

Accepted Answer

No: Squat-and-shoulder and other exercises do not stunt growth. Kids will grow to the pre-destined height in america as long as they eat healthily, exercise moderately, grab some sunshine, and get plenty of sleep. To not hurt the body, one should avoid excessive exercise with unusually heavy weights.

Question 2

does doing heavy squats make you shorter?

Accepted Answer

No: What is "heavy" squats?  But no, squats do not make you shorter.

Question 3

will squats help make my big butt better?

Accepted Answer

May be: Squats will help to tone up your gluteus muscles and make then stronger and with time and perseverance bigger, however will not get rid of the fat only diet and loosing weight will do.

Question 4

is doing 100 squats a day for a month, bad?

Accepted Answer

Exercise: No.  But, it is not the perfect exercise. If you want core strength and or weight loss this is just the beginning.

Question 5

what is a good alternative to squats and lunges?

Accepted Answer

Have not: stated your objective. If you want to lose weight need to decrease intake and make sure you keep up exercise such as swimming or walking, bike riding.
The amount of exercise needed at your age needs to be discussed with your doc and may need to have an exercise rx. Be careful but the best may just be simple as walking or bike riding.

Question 6

is it okay for a 13 year old to bench press squat?

Accepted Answer

Depends on meaning: I encourage my patients to find physical activities that they can be engaged in for a lifetime. The idea of a workout implies something different. The aap ; certified trainer groups recommend no power lifting until the final stage of physical maturity.Cardio workouts (like soccer, jogging) are proper anytime as is instruction in proper weight training by a knowledgable trainer.

Question 7

can you tear your mcl during a squat lift accident?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The mcl is tighter in flexion than in extension so you could sprain or tear it doing squats.

Question 8

squats make my butt smaller, what else should i try?

Accepted Answer

What's your goal?: Smaller butt?  Larger one? Rather than focus on that one body part, and rather than try to live up to societal standards of beauty, exercise regularly to achieve &amp; maintain your own health. Be happy &amp; satisfied with your achievements &amp; individuality. Don't feel that you have to conform to others or succumb to peer pressure. You're better than that! Exercise all body parts b/c it's good for you.

Question 9

when can i start doing squat thrusts again after my c-sec?

Accepted Answer

Discuss: With your surgeon on next visit. Depends on your  rate of healing. If wound dehiscence or infection occurs a longer recovery will be required

Question 10

how can i stop the back of my heels from hurting when i squat?

Accepted Answer

Stretch: Doing some calf stretches can help reduce your pain when squatting.

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What is a good alternative to squats and lunges?

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Is it okay for a 13 year old to bench press squat?

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Can you tear your mcl during a squat lift accident?

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