Why Health Experts Recommend Deep Squatting as a Daily "Longevity Pose"
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Ana Morales
Summary
This article discusses the health benefits of deep squatting, a position commonly used in many Asian cultures but often neglected in Western societies. Health experts refer to deep squatting as "the longevity pose" because it serves as a key indicator of mobility, flexibility, and agility. The article suggests that Westerners' preference for sitting in chairs may cause them to miss out on important health benefits, and recommends practicing deep squatting multiple times a day.
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Twitter / XWhy Health Experts Recommend Deep Squatting as a Daily "Longevity Pose"vogue.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledIn many cultures—particularly across Asia—deep squatting is a part of daily life.
However, our penchant for chairs may mean we're missing out on some very important health benefits.
Many health experts say we should all be squatting multiple times a day—and some even go as far as to call deep squatting 'the longevity pose.'
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