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Alternative to squats for aging knees? (kbin.social)
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I love the full body benefits of squats but I find my knees are liking them less and less these days.

I’m currently working a modified PPL, so a heavy off day.

LEGS

2x5, 1x5+ squat

3x8-12 Romanian Deadlift

3x8-12 leg press

3x8-12 leg curls

3x8-12 leg extensions

5x8-12 calf raises

I pretty much hate squats while I’m doing them. I think it’s cause they make my knees angry.

Is there something knee friendly I can replace squats with or alternate in occasionally?

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[–] aaron_griffin@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

How old are you? Improper use is the enemy here, not disuse. Just manage your load so it doesn't hurt and your knees will improve