Natural Mobility and Pain relief with the Resting Squat

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    The resting squat has also been called the asian squat, third world squat, flat footed squat, tribal squat and many other names. It is the natural resting and defecating position of the human animal, meaning human bodies are designed to be in this position may times a day. Gain full body mobility, improve posture, make your body more injury resistant and heal painful ankles, knees, and hips with this simple pattern.
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  • @frankwitte6780
    @frankwitte6780 Před 2 lety +2297

    I’m 67 years old still working as a maintenance technician in a plastic factory. I do this all the time. People around me sometimes get up and offer me a chair. I have little to no back issues. Very informative video.

    • @rayzerot
      @rayzerot Před 2 lety +62

      I get the same reaction from people when I do the resting squat. It's very convenient never needing a chair!

    • @diabolivirtusen-tavares-ea4645
      @diabolivirtusen-tavares-ea4645 Před 2 lety +5

      Cool 😏... i'll try

    • @juniyananajukyu
      @juniyananajukyu Před 2 lety +26

      I work in a USPS distribution center and walk roughly 6-8miles a shift and I do this as well. I never knew it was it anatomically beneficial but that it provided an Immediate lower back stretch.

    • @killermustache5043
      @killermustache5043 Před 2 lety +52

      @James you see the knees are a joint, joints do not have adequate vascular circulation, to nurish and replenish the joint requires manual stimulation, the opposite is true, it is infact good for your knees

    • @isaaco5679
      @isaaco5679 Před 2 lety +20

      @James I've done this with ease my entire life and have never had knee pain.

  • @ellistomago3369
    @ellistomago3369 Před 3 lety +4022

    The Slavic Drinking Position

    • @moversodyssey
      @moversodyssey  Před 3 lety +282

      Lol

    • @urf808
      @urf808 Před 2 lety +28

      lol

    • @Igor-my6ml
      @Igor-my6ml Před 2 lety +164

      I'm Slav, it's true 😂

    • @Acts1043
      @Acts1043 Před 2 lety +168

      not just for drinking, also for waiting at a bus stop, hanging out on the corner, using public toilets, and many other practical things.

    • @polduran
      @polduran Před 2 lety +53

      That's amazing to read! I'm muslim, and my prophet was drinking in this position. Since then a lot of muslims drink in this manner.

  • @dazeroc5603
    @dazeroc5603 Před 5 měsíci +265

    As a lifetime artist & graphic designer mad props to the artist that rendered the presentation. 🙌🏽

    • @moversodyssey
      @moversodyssey  Před 5 měsíci +69

      Thank you! It's just screen recording of me illustrating, then sped up while I talk over it.

    • @jregalado88
      @jregalado88 Před 4 měsíci +9

      @@moversodyssey What software do you use for your illustrations?

    • @moversodyssey
      @moversodyssey  Před 4 měsíci +38

      @@jregalado88 At the time of this video it was krita. It's a great photoshop alternative and it's free. Now I use Clip Studio Pro, it's a drawing program for manga so it's set up well for illustrating in this way.

    • @jregalado88
      @jregalado88 Před 4 měsíci +14

      @@moversodyssey thanks! Really awesome illustrations and great info

  • @kimberlyrogers9953
    @kimberlyrogers9953 Před 5 měsíci +186

    I’ve been doing this all my life ! I’ve worked hard physical jobs for 10-12 hours daily, and this was my natural resting position..
    I’m so glad !

    • @user-yr3wm9hq9q
      @user-yr3wm9hq9q Před 5 měsíci

      L
      Zzx Mom

    • @NametagAlexander
      @NametagAlexander Před 17 dny +1

      How long do you recommend to hold that position starting out?

    • @irishmick6709
      @irishmick6709 Před 16 dny +1

      @@NametagAlexander…as long as you can fairly comfortably. If it hurts at all, stop. Each time you do it, add a few seconds. And be patient!

  • @resurgem
    @resurgem Před 2 lety +632

    I have done this since I was a baby, and still do at 66yrs old. It is totally normal and natural to me.

    • @daviddoran1682
      @daviddoran1682 Před 2 lety +8

      I have been thinking recently if you didn't this for years would your knees be stronger and mobility stay much better for longer. Would be very interested to see if someone continued this into their 80's would they be much more limber.

    • @wyatterb4124
      @wyatterb4124 Před 2 lety +21

      I'm 37 and have done the same. I finally found a kindred spirit.

    • @resurgem
      @resurgem Před 2 lety +23

      @@daviddoran1682 I'll let you know in 16 years! 🤣

    • @daviddoran1682
      @daviddoran1682 Před 2 lety +7

      @@resurgem keep me updated! Haha

    • @419buckeye7
      @419buckeye7 Před 2 lety +12

      When I was in Korea everyone does this reading the paper waiting on a bus

  • @JohnJohn-wr1jo
    @JohnJohn-wr1jo Před 4 měsíci +90

    My Dad is 91. He still incorporates this pose in his daily exercise routine. He says it's always been his go to stretch that he started doing in his teens as a baseball catcher. He's still playing softball at his age in a senior league but no longer will play at the catcher position.

    • @JWFitness1
      @JWFitness1 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Oh it makes sense now when I look at baseball catchers. That position is not hard on them.

    • @adammiller9179
      @adammiller9179 Před 29 dny +1

      91?! Now my goal is to be able to do this as long as I live.

  • @sabaca304
    @sabaca304 Před rokem +190

    One very interesting Information about this that you didn't mention is that every Kid naturally does this, but many lose it later in their life because that movement pattern isn't reinforced by their environment.

    • @user-wq9mw2xz3j
      @user-wq9mw2xz3j Před rokem +3

      because it's not true

    • @thepotatoofheaven
      @thepotatoofheaven Před rokem +2

      not anyone I knew

    • @DRourk
      @DRourk Před rokem +6

      @@thepotatoofheaven Did all of the kids you know prefer to eat vegetables too (instinctively kids do not, as humans are designed to be primarily carnivorous)? Or are you just unobservant? Every kid I've ever known with working legs does squat naturally.

    • @joebuck4496
      @joebuck4496 Před rokem +2

      @@DRourk lol why are you making things up? I grew up when kids actually played outside all the time, still nobody that I knew assumed this position, they stood or sat down on something.

    • @thepotatoofheaven
      @thepotatoofheaven Před rokem +1

      @@DRourk most kids preferred sweet stuff , I never saw anyone squat like that for resting or lounging. they usually found somewhere to sit

  • @gravestonemyth
    @gravestonemyth Před rokem +181

    I’ve been able to get in this position for a few years since starting yoga. But I added ten minutes of resting squats to my morning routing about six months ago and only recently realized it’s my favorite position. It’s like a treat. I see a small dog or cat and i drop into my squat and greet them. I need to look in lower shelves and boom, I’m in my squat. Being able to get there is great, but I’m now finding joy and bliss in my resting squats as I meditate. Frankly, I am utterly hooked. I’m in my early 60’s and have an FAI diagnosis. But I’m treating it as a flexibility and stability issue, and squatting is my medicine. Oh, I almost forgot - I had L5-S1 fusion 26 years ago.

    • @Shankar-Bhaskar
      @Shankar-Bhaskar Před 8 měsíci +5

      It's also good for digestion and bowel movements.

  • @larcm3
    @larcm3 Před 2 lety +667

    I'm 40 and had a number of joint pains around my body. After doing the resting squat everyday for 30 mins I have no more joint pain, I have more energy, flexibility. My body feels how it felt when I was in my early 20s. It feels like a miracle

    • @Ludak021
      @Ludak021 Před rokem +38

      It sounds like a miracle too since it's resting position, not some miracle healing position

    • @iTzKneecap
      @iTzKneecap Před rokem +37

      @@Ludak021 Joint pain can be come from lack of flexibility in those joints. If this is a position you lost access to due to lack of use, tapping back into it and training your body to be flexible enough to return to this resting position can feel like a miracle for sure.
      It's amazing how small changes can lead to huge results when it comes to the human body.

    • @bokkenrijder172
      @bokkenrijder172 Před rokem +8

      30 mins per day? How many days did it take for you to feel an improvement?

    • @serator24
      @serator24 Před rokem +5

      @@iTzKneecap Starting this program today. My back and hips are broken. I am 40 and I feel like a 90. To much sport, stress and sitting for prolonged period. Hope this will hepl.

    • @iTzKneecap
      @iTzKneecap Před rokem +6

      @@serator24 Good luck! Just don't push too far, especially when starting out.
      You'll notice changes quickly after stretching, then it will go back to bad the next day.
      Long-term change takes a little more time but there should always be instant relief to some degree after every session which is great because it keeps you motivated to make it a habit.

  • @fredericp64
    @fredericp64 Před 2 lety +85

    Every six months or so, I come to the conclusion that CZcams is dramatically improving my health! 👍👍

  • @d4mdcykey
    @d4mdcykey Před 5 měsíci +20

    I began doing this squat every morning after waking and then randomly throughout the day whenever feasible for a minute or two after learning about it in a Polarity Therapy course, it's a big part of the very foundation of its mechanics. All issues I had with discomfort from numerous joints and my herniated disc...gone. Gently rocking back and forth in all four directions really made a difference as well for strength and stability in general. It's quick, it's easy (though some may need a bit of time to reach full stretch/squat), and no equipment needed. Highly recommended.

  • @Coriander_1317
    @Coriander_1317 Před 6 měsíci +8

    Thank you for mentioning different variation of the squat position for different body steuctures. All too often, I see failure to mention this in other fitness videos, which had led me to believe there was something wrong with me for not having the same range of motion as everyone else. Even after weeks of mobility training. This reassures me that the stance that works best for me isn't wrong, so long as proper technique is still achieved. Thank you again. Love your vids

  • @ng_jr0096
    @ng_jr0096 Před 3 lety +1216

    If your knees hurt while getting out of the squat don't worry its completely normal. It will hurt less and less💯🙂

    • @EnochDark
      @EnochDark Před 2 lety +40

      They never used to until I tore a tendon in one which made even thinking about squatting painful... A year and a half later and I am easing my way back into squats... Still can't do hero pose comfortably and certainly not full thunderbolt like before.

    • @EnochDark
      @EnochDark Před 2 lety +10

      @BeNetIQ okay?

    • @soggybreh810
      @soggybreh810 Před 2 lety +62

      @BeNetIQ Bruh what? Those don’t really correlate it’s like you tryna sound smart but failed.

    • @yankochoynev652
      @yankochoynev652 Před 2 lety

      @BeNetIQ Try a 10 min squat, then talk.

    • @rylter
      @rylter Před 2 lety +12

      @@soggybreh810 Here are some words that sound smart "diabetic peripheral neuropathy". However, even if something sounds smart, doesn't mean it isn't just because you don't understand it.

  • @donrad
    @donrad Před 2 lety +411

    I started practicing the primal squat 10 years ago to save my back while vegetable gardening - planting and harvesting. Because I was 60 years old when I started it is a slow process and must be practiced every day. When I brush my teeth with an ultrasonic toothbrush that has a 2 minute timer I'm always in the squat. By combining a resting squat with a "hip hinge" squat, even hours long gardening chores become pleasurable. The health benefits are immeasurable. About the same time I became a Buddhist monk and spend lots of time in a lotus position doing indoor chores. All but one chair has been removed from my house - for guests. One of the Buddha's suggestions for eliminating suffering from life is to not sit in chairs (high seats) - taught to his disciples 2,600 years ago. This advice is followed in the Eastern countries and Asia to this day. In the Western civilizations we put our babies in high chairs and deforming shoes as early as possible. And so we suffer.

    • @justinkennedy3004
      @justinkennedy3004 Před 2 lety +18

      I had a thought a while ago: just like some crowns were made heavy to remind a king of the weight he must bear, so to is the throne a reminder of the cost of rulership. Sitting while others stand, yes, but sitting in a way that harms you.

    • @markmcla
      @markmcla Před 2 lety +32

      Brushing your teeth while in a primal squat is a great idea! I am going to do that. Congratulations on becoming a Buddhist Monk!

    • @AlekNik1994
      @AlekNik1994 Před 2 lety +13

      In the last 2 years ive been brushing my teeth while im in a deep squat. Killing 2 birds at the same time. Also great way to wake up in the morning. Keep squatting!

    • @markmcla
      @markmcla Před 2 lety +2

      @@AlekNik1994 Well done!

    • @samsun01
      @samsun01 Před 2 lety +18

      @@AlekNik1994 You can deep squat in the shower, in the kitchen, when waiting at the bus stop, etc. Don't pat yourself in the back just yet, son. Find out all the times of day where you can "micro-exercise".

  • @stephaniemcgee9894
    @stephaniemcgee9894 Před rokem +9

    This resting position is part of the warmup for my step aerobics class. Really helps the knees and back get ready for cardio.

  • @treyk7239
    @treyk7239 Před 5 měsíci +8

    For new people trying this out…
    -first, I started because i wanted to increase hip mobility to address hip impingements and repeated adductor injuries from sports . Later I ruptured lateral and medial ligaments in one of my ankles and thought I’d never get into this again.
    -TIPS:
    Tib raises. Mobility is often the issue, but this position is SO demanding on my shin muscles. Strengthening these allowed me to pull my center of gravity towards the middle while not having to lean over myself.
    -try doing this with your feet at varying widths and angles (if tolerable). This helped me understand the mechanics and identify weaknesses.
    -by squeezing my glutes (I have poor glute activation) and thinking about pulling my legs outwards from the hip sockets I was able to sit significantly deeper, and comfortably so.

  • @alexblue6991
    @alexblue6991 Před 2 lety +18

    This is why I like CZcams learn something different every day

  • @ghassenjabri959
    @ghassenjabri959 Před 2 lety +17

    my father always recommended this to me froma very young age.
    i'm gratefull i have a father as knowledgeable and wise as him

  • @stormrhode2330
    @stormrhode2330 Před 6 měsíci +4

    I've been doing these a lot lately, finding myself naturally dropping down and holding when looking in the fridge, picking things up, cleaning the floor, playing with my daughter (she just turned 1), and just relaxing. I do feel my posture's improved and of course hip and ankle mobility's improved, too.
    Good stuff. 😎👍🏻

  • @FireIceAZ
    @FireIceAZ Před 4 měsíci +6

    I do 90-minute mobility exercises with dumbbells every morning, and the deep squawt is a big part of my daily routine. I can attest to everything you shared in your video. Thanks so glad I found your channel

    • @moversodyssey
      @moversodyssey  Před 4 měsíci

      90 minutes every morning is a lot of commitment, I imagine it's paying off a ton. I do 10 minutes of stretching and mobility every morning and an additional 20 before strength workouts and that alone has created massive improvements. Makes me want to wake up a little earlier and add some extra time.

  • @getsmart3701
    @getsmart3701 Před 2 lety +108

    The number one way for me to stave off back pain (speaking as someone who's badly damaged their back twice). I do this stretch multiple times everyday and have done so for years and years.

  • @Corndog4382
    @Corndog4382 Před 2 lety +13

    The resting squat and resting shoulder hang have fixed virtually all my joint mobility/comfort issues

  • @user-pv6rh9yg7f
    @user-pv6rh9yg7f Před 4 měsíci +1

    youre so knowledgable. its the first time ive came across your video(probaly because i was sitting in this resting squat position) you know these phones nowadays anything u seem to do they just reccomend it on youtube,almost as if out phones are watching our every move
    i just had a quick glance at all of your other videos and i was not disappointed. i will make sure to watch and try some of the exercises that u mention. keep up the good work󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿️

  • @maddie9185
    @maddie9185 Před 7 měsíci +6

    I learned how dodo this squatting position out of necessity as a child. At 64 I am still doing it but for different reasons. Once I found out the great benefits of it I’ve decided to incorporate it into my stretch routine.

  • @lexx5313
    @lexx5313 Před 2 lety +35

    I noticed last year, while recovering from a foot injury, that I had a hard time squatting. Have been doing these for about 6 months along with bodyweight lunges. Life-changing for sure! Thank you for the info!

  • @farhanahossain3834
    @farhanahossain3834 Před 2 lety +148

    Your illustration, description and the whole content is so precisely explained and organized ! Very well presented 💛 Thank you for this 🙏

  • @GameShark84
    @GameShark84 Před 8 měsíci +15

    Siatic pain for 3 days, was nearly crying, naturally went to sit squat to relieve pain, it was like brain took over, and pain faded away in several minutes.

    • @misakichoi636
      @misakichoi636 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Hi, i’m 24 years old and i have this. Doing back extensions has helped me a lot, now whenever i skip gym for a week the pain comes back. We should strengthen our lower back and keep moving! I do them with a 10 kg plate for 3 sets till failure, i love going to failure with back extensions

  • @existentoneness
    @existentoneness Před 6 měsíci +2

    I'm blessed to have come across this informative and positive vibe video. Thank you immensely

  • @sylviamb2504
    @sylviamb2504 Před 2 lety +237

    In yoga we call this yogi squat, hands in prayer position and with the elbows inside the knees as if pushing your legs wider into the squat and it helps which helps straighten the back. A modified version is with a block under the buttocks in whatever height is comfortable. I can use this for a bit of a longer period with concentration and the breathe which is key in yoga. Love the illustrations as well!

  • @dougharker839
    @dougharker839 Před 3 lety +29

    I love your videos man!
    They’ve been a huge help In my mma training, your art is also just so pleasant to look at:)

  • @danyellerobinson5940
    @danyellerobinson5940 Před rokem +5

    I do this often when I need to take weight off my lower back. It's always good to understand why it helps.

  • @sawomirlesniewski4448
    @sawomirlesniewski4448 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much! Simplicity in greatness. Excellent!

  • @runswithbears3517
    @runswithbears3517 Před 2 lety +25

    It's worth noting that the resting squat position also relaxes and massages the gut and abdominal organs, especially when breathing deep through the diaphragm.

    • @SKOLAH
      @SKOLAH Před 2 lety +5

      Also good if you have issues going to the toilet. Think it opens that sacral area up. Natural position to poo in. Sitting on a toilet is not.

  • @ignatiusequality9239
    @ignatiusequality9239 Před 2 lety +52

    Your suggestion to place a small lift under my heels was perfect! I kept falling over before that, and didn't really have enough time before tipping over to get any meaningful physical conditioning done. After hearing your suggestion, I put some flip-flops just under my heels and voila! I was able to practice squatting! Thank you 😃

    • @exoticmushroomdream6775
      @exoticmushroomdream6775 Před 2 lety +3

      I was so frustrated looking through the comments wondering why I kept falling over saw ur comment and voila I’m squattin.

    • @david7384
      @david7384 Před rokem +1

      Heels in sky, western spy

  • @hirako7620
    @hirako7620 Před 10 měsíci +19

    I didn't know this was a thing, this sitting position was natural to me ever since I was a kid

  • @ElieDordekMishna
    @ElieDordekMishna Před 5 měsíci +5

    Kudos! I find your explanations clear with just enough scientific details and enjoy watching you sketch. Thanks

  • @diffuusio4852
    @diffuusio4852 Před 2 lety +67

    This actually helps my lower back. I need to move while in the deep squat position and not just stay still.

    • @moversodyssey
      @moversodyssey  Před 2 lety +27

      I will usually sit in the position for a minute or two, then stand internal and external hip rotations, groin stretches, and some over head reaching with rotation. It's definitely a great way to progress the mobility.

    • @Mika-El-
      @Mika-El- Před 2 lety

      @@moversodyssey How about if one have inguinal hernia?

  • @DidYaServe
    @DidYaServe Před 2 lety +13

    Been doing the resting squat for 60-80 seconds a day in the shower. Definitely helps mobility and doesn't seem like a challenge after a few goes. Will try the overhand technique. Good video.

  • @jasondappa3065
    @jasondappa3065 Před 6 měsíci +1

    This is amazing a CZcams channel that’s talking about everything I’m interested in and discovering. Keep it up man you just found a faithful fan. Love ur stuff

  • @loneenvoyyale5259
    @loneenvoyyale5259 Před rokem

    Ive been forced to get into this position alot more due to my line of work (construction) and finding out the proper form really helped. Thanks!

  • @nathanroberts1708
    @nathanroberts1708 Před 2 lety +5

    I often read in this position . Been using it for about 9 years . I have alot injuries like snapping leg into multiple pieces and several bulging/ slipped disc but i have very good mobility ( far better than most) even with all the bars plates and screws in my body . Absolutely love this position as you can benefit your body while doing normal tasks in this position. Like pretty much anything you normally do while sitting you can also do in this position .

  • @maxmoughal5183
    @maxmoughal5183 Před 2 lety +141

    This is honestly one of the best things i ever started doing about 2 years ago since i damaged my back doing barbell squats, i do it twice a day for several minutes and it straightens my lower back out, provides much relief and fixes my si joint pain every time, the root cause of which im still trying to resolve.

    • @mrdrich4prez
      @mrdrich4prez Před 2 lety +2

      Damn thats my fav exercise wit dumbells beside the forward lunge with dumbells. I hope you are well and can workout again with dumbells.

    • @maxmoughal5183
      @maxmoughal5183 Před 2 lety +2

      @@TheJackOfAllTrades777 I've also been doing a lot of sitting crossed legged and keeping back straight lately I think it is definitely helping :)

    • @heehee4262
      @heehee4262 Před 2 lety

      I hope you make a full recovery :)

    • @bibalnasaha2534
      @bibalnasaha2534 Před 2 lety +2

      @@mrdrich4prez barbell front squats are really spine-friendly, much more easy on the back than back squats

    • @PlatinumHustle
      @PlatinumHustle Před 2 lety +2

      Tried this, pooped myself 🤦🏾‍♂️💩🤣

  • @ZeatherMusic
    @ZeatherMusic Před rokem +7

    Excellent, inspiring video! I just tried this (I’ve always been good at squatting like this but on the ball of my feet, not my heels). I had to turn my legs and feet out more and get into a wider stance and I did it! It felt odd and comfortable all at the same time!

  • @cgmiller82
    @cgmiller82 Před rokem +1

    I have no idea how this ended up in my feed. Most stuff that just shows up has millions of views and I know YT is trying to shove crap down my throat. This was helpful, meaningful, educational and after finding out I can't sit like this, will eventually make me heathier and more flexible. Thank you.

  • @josephdowell1027
    @josephdowell1027 Před 2 lety +11

    Thankyou for this. Its exactly what i was looking for. A non vanity fuelled tutorial. Cheers!

  • @rmglover3191
    @rmglover3191 Před 2 lety +24

    And here I was thinking this was just me being lazy. I use this position to prepare for morning stretches. Good stuff!

  • @sfudge
    @sfudge Před rokem +3

    This is THE best deep squat video I've come across. The nuances of an individual's body mechanics are so important
    Movement request: pistol squats for those of us who have a naturally wide, feet angled out squat
    Can't figure out where to balance so my light upper body can counter the weight of my heavy butt 😅

  • @gregthompson9434
    @gregthompson9434 Před rokem +139

    I started doing this static squat a couple months ago , I try and do 20 minutes a day 10 of morning 10 at night . What is has done for me . It seemed to fix a knee issue I had for last year and a half , my back feels better it also helps with bowel functions , pretty good return for 20 minutes a day

  • @nobodyhere4667
    @nobodyhere4667 Před 2 lety +53

    This is very interesting. I have been doing "resting squads" multiple time a days for decades 😁 - I was until recently I was a nurse and I am 6'2, to talk with people it is only polite to speak to them at eye level but wheelchairs can make it hard for some. I always squatted down to talk to people and other staff would be shocked "I don't know how you can sit like that" when they would see me squatting with a patient. They would also be surprised I could just stand up without grabbing something for support. Other staff would often say "oh my, my knees couldn't handle that", I always thought it felt natural.

    • @502jackal
      @502jackal Před 2 lety +10

      i've started to realize a lot of people cant squat down comfortably at all. kinda surprised me. more so when i realized people im older and younger than don't seem good at it either. i better stay mobile

    • @i.336
      @i.336 Před 2 lety +6

      It always felt natural to me too. It was never a decision for me to do it, I just did. Question is not, why we do this, but why many other people don´t?

    • @phattjohnson
      @phattjohnson Před 2 lety

      @Levek A deep squat is something I've always worked into my stretching routine ever since I did taekwondo. Never had any issues, and it's a comfortable way to spend some time closer to the floor :P

    • @DRourk
      @DRourk Před rokem

      Good anecdotal evidence of just how unhealthy many of those in the 'health professions' are, which is good evidence to show just how out of touch with reality many of those in the 'health professions' are. Fortunately at least some listen to their own body and instincts, rather than the nonsense the pharma gods filled their brains with.

  • @i.336
    @i.336 Před 2 lety +17

    I´m in my mid 40th and this is easy for me. I regularly sit in this position since my childhood. It feels natural and comfortable to me. Living in Germany, this is not very common here. People around me always thought it to be weird. But I never quit doing it. Good to hear that I was right. I often feel worse when I have to stand and when no seat is near, I sit down like this, for example to wait for the bus. I even do clean up my dishes like that. :)

  • @AmberHarrison13
    @AmberHarrison13 Před rokem

    Thank you so much for such a thorough break down!! I definitely have longer legs and have tried and tried to sit more upright and this explains it!!

  • @begobarcelona8612
    @begobarcelona8612 Před rokem

    The best explanation ever! I know what important is that position and I'm struggling with it because of ankle limitation and back medical problems and this video has encouraged me for not to give up :-)
    Congrarulations and thanks for your effort/investigation on this.

  • @Iron-Bridge
    @Iron-Bridge Před 2 lety +8

    Cured my lower back problems and gnarly stiff 'laptop sitting' work position for sure.

  • @JediBunny
    @JediBunny Před 2 lety +8

    Fantastic video! Such comprehensive information offered here, not to mention uniqueness and production value added with these visuals! Like a field journal for functional fitness - _so_ cool!

  • @joycepearljones4907
    @joycepearljones4907 Před 2 lety +1

    wow I lived in Korea for 1 year and my students (executives) would squat in our global training center for Doosan conglorate. Only the young students have forgotten. A few weeks back I could not get out of bed with someone pullng me out. Then I returned to Zheneng Qigong out of Germany, China and Thailand with esp Buddhist monks teaching. What I learned is a 101 Miracles by Dr Pang Min. Thank you St Louis teachers Sue, Ron and Cancer Support Community.

  • @Simonjthomas
    @Simonjthomas Před 4 měsíci

    I was completely rigid a few months ago. Could barely raise each leg 45 degrees in front of me and even less to the sides. Almost always had back pain thar would totally immobilise me for a day or two every couple of months.
    I’m 36. I realised how utterly ridiculous I’d let it get and this was a massive help. Started out having to hold something to balance and now I do it for 10 mins each morning and evening and it’s helps open up my hips significantly. Still a long way to consider myself flexible but this video was the start of a journey that I’ve been enjoying since I found it. Thanks a lot!

  • @jasonmajere2165
    @jasonmajere2165 Před 2 lety +4

    Squatting after standing all day feels amazing. All the muscles that were tight are now stretched out.
    Knee problem went away with more squatting, some muscles were just never stretched out.

  • @Hawtload
    @Hawtload Před 2 lety +7

    people in Japan still sit like that when waiting for the train or using traditional toilets
    kinda weird at first but if you're limber enough, it's a pretty good way to chill for a minute without getting your butt dirty
    try resting your arms way out in front of you if you have balance issues

  • @allsparky
    @allsparky Před 4 měsíci +1

    Despite being only the 2nd video I've seen from this channel, you sir have gained a subscriber!

  • @mobilityendurancestrength6210

    Thank u I sit in this squat position everyday. It’s my first stretch after a workout!

  • @JesusEsNegro
    @JesusEsNegro Před rokem +53

    After doing this position for the past 30 days many things started to change for the better , my flexibility got better, joints stopped hurting, my kids called me back, I stopped drinking, my hairline started to come back, penis and ball size increased by 2 inches, and my neck stopped hurting as well . Thanks again for the great video! Definitely will subscribe.👍🏼

  • @fchild
    @fchild Před rokem +5

    a mobility lesson AND a sketching and drawing lesson in one, nice.

  • @Crazycoyote-we7ey
    @Crazycoyote-we7ey Před rokem +1

    THANK YOU I've been trying to prove this for years and no one has believed me

  • @powerplay074
    @powerplay074 Před rokem +1

    This is very true i started a gardening hoppy last year and i used to have a very stiff knee and some back problems but doing this have really helped me alot even it wasnt intended but over time i noticed this help me.

  • @jeffweber8244
    @jeffweber8244 Před 2 lety +6

    Seems to be a great stretch for my calf and ankles. Have started doing this to try to stop night cramps in these muscles. Some lower shin pain while in the squat, but so far no muscle cramps.

  • @markkeane1317
    @markkeane1317 Před 2 lety +31

    Also called a Third World squad. I came across a book that talked about back problems a third world. And how back problems are almost nonexistent. The doctors told me that I may need to have my lumbar spine fused. I started doing a third world squat regularly and no problems. I have been fine for eight years now.

    • @tratcol
      @tratcol Před 2 lety

      I hope I will have similar results! My back is not good, with 2 chronic disk herniations. I wasn't sure if I would make it worse with the Asian squat....but I am going to try.

    • @rafaelverolla7276
      @rafaelverolla7276 Před 2 lety

      what a load of crap, there are many people with back problem in the "third world".

  • @bankscam
    @bankscam Před 5 měsíci +1

    Excellent explanation of Right Effort . Thank You !

  • @wartlme
    @wartlme Před rokem +1

    I do that at work. I am sure everyone thinks I am a weirdo but I feel good and I have more energy and move around better than everyone else in the shop. They all walk around like it hurts. I walk around fast like it is effortlessly.

  • @RuMiN8Creations
    @RuMiN8Creations Před 2 lety +3

    Really great info, simple to follow and well articulated

  • @kenrik2105
    @kenrik2105 Před rokem +8

    I’m a 67 yo Asian born in America and have been doing the primal squat all my life. I read during Vietnam War, American POWs were made to sit this way, and they thought it was torture.

    • @jenny-DD
      @jenny-DD Před rokem

      Are you regretful of spreading Covid-19

    • @samsimms4403
      @samsimms4403 Před 4 dny

      Spread love not hate jenny

  • @drewbeisly7328
    @drewbeisly7328 Před rokem +2

    Love your artistry. Keep it up, you are very skilled in your craft

  • @sucraloss
    @sucraloss Před 6 měsíci +1

    Trying to get some of my older family members into this, thanks for making this!

  • @TheAaronJP
    @TheAaronJP Před 7 měsíci +4

    I've spent the last 3 years spending a lot of time and money trying to fix my sciatica. This daily exercise has given me near enough a full cure in approx 6 weeks.

    • @knbsd3876
      @knbsd3876 Před 5 měsíci +1

      That sounds very encouraging 👍

  • @PhoenixDwn.
    @PhoenixDwn. Před 2 lety +15

    I've literally been doing this all my life without even thinking about it and would just barely think about why it's so comfortable lol. Now it makes sense. Some would even ask how I get that low so easily hahaha.

  • @thephoenix2176
    @thephoenix2176 Před rokem +2

    It's great how this important knowledge appeared when I needed it! Thanks

  • @vinnettepope8255
    @vinnettepope8255 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for sharing this 🙏 wonderful squatting tutorial

  • @anope9053
    @anope9053 Před 7 měsíci +6

    asian squat goes hard asf, somehow my feet don't hurt even when doing it for long periods and it just feels so natural to do and comfy, its a must-have ability

  • @quicksilver2923
    @quicksilver2923 Před rokem +30

    I love doing this. I've gotten to the point where I can keep my heels flat but I fall backwards unless I hold something. I think the issue is mostly my hips, though the ankles are also probably a factor. I'm sure if I dropped 20 pounds it would be a little more comfortable.

    • @latinafortruth430
      @latinafortruth430 Před rokem +4

      I have your exact same problem including the need to lose 20 pounds 😂

    • @a.b1266
      @a.b1266 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Same. 🥴

    • @bsmalls7187
      @bsmalls7187 Před 5 měsíci

      I've just started doing them. If you remember, were you pretty much tip toeing when you first started out? I'm assuming that's why you mentioned being able to get your heels flat in your comment. I can't get them flat at all without being uncomfortable.

  • @floor.mp3
    @floor.mp3 Před rokem +1

    this is exactly what i needed. i owe you man, thank you

  • @shahid8545
    @shahid8545 Před rokem +1

    This position and sitting cross legged save me big time. In my late 30s I started getting these little ridiculous injuries all the time and I couldn't figure out why, well... I hated stretching and I was an athlete in school and played sports for a very long time, still do to this day and I'm 43. My lower back, my ankles, stiff knees, stiff hips were wreaking havoc on me.. 5 yrs ago and reevaluated my approach to athletics and 2 positions which totally transformed and correct some nagging injuries were sitting cross legged and this squat. I kid you not, I also focused on my hamstrings with stretches as well and it totally changed my life.

  • @HarpreetSingh-tt3io
    @HarpreetSingh-tt3io Před 3 lety +4

    Keep making more videos. There really good for me as a martial artist

  • @chriscruciat2469
    @chriscruciat2469 Před 2 lety +5

    I stayed in this position for the duration of the entire video

  • @jedlimen123
    @jedlimen123 Před rokem +1

    Great information & presentation. Thank you.

  • @kennypoma9726
    @kennypoma9726 Před 5 měsíci +2

    I’ve been doing this without knowing it was an actual thing, I just feel it calms me down well after strenuous activity

  • @ruledbyvenus1859
    @ruledbyvenus1859 Před 5 měsíci +4

    I do them everyday. One of my favorite positions to release tension. 💛

  • @gerardgauthier4876
    @gerardgauthier4876 Před 2 lety +17

    I pop on the TV and do the resting squat(never knew it had a name) for about 5-10 minutes a day. Find it helps with general flexibility and stiff lower back.

  • @gastongomez8601
    @gastongomez8601 Před 6 měsíci

    I love this format. I'm literally gonna steal it.

  • @twofour8790
    @twofour8790 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I do this at work all the time. Ima vet tech and I’m a m my feet all day. Started doing this without thinking and it does feel great. Never knew it was beneficial

  • @zweihander7309
    @zweihander7309 Před 2 lety +4

    Great content! All accurate and useful for everyone.

  • @RellshouldBsleep
    @RellshouldBsleep Před 2 lety +6

    I literally do this as opposed to bending because I’m tall and my knees can’t handle it but this position is so comfortable for me I can stay there for super long

  • @philholmesmusic569
    @philholmesmusic569 Před 4 měsíci +1

    This is excellent knowledge! Thanks ❤

  • @abishekhmahalingam8496
    @abishekhmahalingam8496 Před rokem +1

    You post infromatiive videos with illustraions and its really easy to grasp. One day your channel will be BIG

  • @ev0l0n
    @ev0l0n Před 2 lety +86

    As an Indian I do this exercise everyday for 10 minutes

    • @abhishekgautam1341
      @abhishekgautam1341 Před 2 lety

      atleast 10 min

    • @ev0l0n
      @ev0l0n Před 2 lety +4

      @@abhishekgautam1341 are ha grammar ke devta

    • @timfagan816
      @timfagan816 Před 2 lety

      While your taking a big old shit aye!

    • @flaviusbangarang
      @flaviusbangarang Před 2 lety +23

      As a white I do this exercise while tea-bagging my enemies

    • @jimberry5318
      @jimberry5318 Před 2 lety +8

      As an "as an " comment person I like to prefix my comment with something so people know the context of why I'm commenting.

  • @DeanWinchesterTheMan
    @DeanWinchesterTheMan Před 2 lety +50

    In other words, this would have easily been daily exercise for everyone if squatting toilets were never replaced by sitting ones.

    • @danieldanuarta8472
      @danieldanuarta8472 Před 2 lety

      SQUATTING toilet is good but need t o make the hole deeper so it wont splash my balls and sausage

    • @chrismckell5353
      @chrismckell5353 Před 2 lety +2

      Makers of modern toilets do not approve this message.

    • @DeanWinchesterTheMan
      @DeanWinchesterTheMan Před 2 lety +7

      @@chrismckell5353 this message does not require their stinking approval.

    • @LyrixNChill
      @LyrixNChill Před rokem

      @@DeanWinchesterTheMan oh shit!

    • @evan.norwalkcalifornia562
      @evan.norwalkcalifornia562 Před 3 měsíci

      Switch it bacc then..I replaced mine,I’m never constipated😏

  • @winterbird4447
    @winterbird4447 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I do this every day for 25 mins. It has fixed a long term lower back problem.

  • @roryking1
    @roryking1 Před 5 měsíci +1

    youre so knowledgable. its the first time ive came across your video(probaly because i was sitting in this resting squat position) you know these phones nowadays😂 anything u seem to do they just reccomend it on youtube,almost as if out phones are watching our every move😏
    i just had a quick glance at all of your other videos and i was not disappointed. i will make sure to watch and try some of the exercises that u mention. keep up the good work💯💪👍👊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿♥️

  • @andreculler5398
    @andreculler5398 Před 2 lety +29

    im 44 years young and have been doing this for 12 days straight. first day hard to break min a half but after a week i hit my 4 min mark.

    • @phattjohnson
      @phattjohnson Před 2 lety

      Congrats bro! I was out of practice and needed to gently 'touch' something for balance on my first session but then I got back into it!

    • @troll2637
      @troll2637 Před rokem

      I am 10 dollars rich.
      In other words, I am not rich. And you're not

    • @user-wq9mw2xz3j
      @user-wq9mw2xz3j Před rokem

      @@troll2637 But if you are not rich and he is not, are you half him?

    • @user-wq9mw2xz3j
      @user-wq9mw2xz3j Před rokem +3

      from 1.5 minutes to 12 days straight daym, that's impressive.

  • @harpersneil
    @harpersneil Před rokem +3

    Weight lifting (Snatch especially) is amazing for learning this posture.

  • @danpop3809
    @danpop3809 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Thanks. Short and concise

  • @eanternet
    @eanternet Před rokem +1

    When fitness meets visual arts, great and informative video! Thanks