These Squats Strengthen Your Knees in 1 Workout

You are watching profoundly simple, down-to-earth American Zen teachings with best-selling author, and world champion martial artist, Matt Furey.

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[richardtapestry]

Years ago I was stranded at the side of the road after a record snowfall struck my area. My car suddenly stalled and I couldn’t get it going again. I popped the hood and checked everything over, but no luck. I live in a very rural area, nightfall was quickly approaching, the wind felt like an artic blast, and I had not seen another car for over an hour. I suddenly realized I had left my cell phone at home, and there was nothing but barren wind swept fields for as far as the eye could see. The wind had depleted my core temperature, I was extremely cold with no heater to warm me up, and the grim reality of hypothermia began to rear its ugly head. I felt a true sense of danger begin to overwhelm me. Suddenly I heard a voice say “havin’ some trouble?” I looked over at the passenger side window and there was Matt Furey, arms akimbo and smiling at me, wearing only matching Champion sweat pants and t shirt. He appeared completely unaffected by the sub zero temps. "Matt Furey? What are you doing out here?" I exclaimed. Motioning towards the engine bay, Matt said “On the left side of the engine bay behind the battery, there’s a black wire with a red plug at the end. It’s come loose. Grab the red plug and push as hard as you can towards the firewall.” I stared for a few seconds and said “black wire…red plug…firewall”, my jaw was shaking and my breath formed misty clouds inside the car. Matt nodded in agreement and again pointed to the engine bay, but this time with a decided sense of urgency. “You don’t have much time, get out of the car and do it NOW.” I stumbled out of the car, two blocks of ice for feet and frozen claws of meat where my fingers used to be. Summoning all my strength, I did as Matt had instructed and in the last dusky light of evening, I suddenly spotted a bright spark at the end of the black wire. My heart jumped, my face flushed, and I excitedly shuffled back into the car. Using both of my hands I proceeded to turn the ignition key. The car started immediately. “There are many kinds of sparks. One spark deep inside us is the will to keep going when all seems lost”, Matts voice boomed. “Today you almost gave up. If you ever do that again, I’m going to come back to kick your ass AND take your name. Before I could reply with my abundant gratitude and thanks, there was a sudden bright flash of light. Matt was gone, having vanished as quickly as he had appeared. I was again totally alone in the middle of nowhere, but now my car was running strong, abundant heat wasn’t far behind, and soon I would be home. Anyways, great video, thanks Matt.

[davidliming]

I bought your book on combat conditioning many years ago and now, at age 71, attribute my healthy knees to your instruction. I was just sent this video and am glad you are still helping people.

[mallkeese]

i wishes i had listen to this guy 20 years a go the first knees over toes guy its a blessing to see you are still teaching

[Deanriley]

Last year in January I decided to start doing 15 squats daily to strengthen my knees and be able to get lower in my squat, all in aid of my golf game. I’ve rarely missed and definitely see the benefits. I’m in my mid 70s and this mobility is major.

[MarleneWalker-suku]

This is great, l showed my wife how to hold the pole as she squats up and down.The more she pulls on the pole the less thrusting is required.She says it fills her with satisfaction and finds holding the pole reasuring as she glides up and down🧘

[johnmignano]

Matt, you're a legend, combat ready, strong, looking sharp, thank you for sharing

[ronaldstiles]

...awesome exercise and how-to video... as I get older I'm always looking for ways to keep mobile... this is one of the best!

[kmichael]

Lol. I do 1, 000 of these everyday. Except that I didn’t know that it was an exercise. It’s part of my Buddhist bowing devotional regimen. We go down on the floor on our knees, then bow our head to the floor. Then get up without using our hands for support. Our hands are still in a prayer position.

[zackmendax]

Handy exercise doing this one with my weighted west good knee workout.

[ghostbearryujinn]

I definitely need to add this into recovery for my injury rebuilding my pelvic floor muscles and core strength. My psoas muscles and knees are weak so maybe this will be a good condition to buildup around. Thank You Sir 🙏🙏🙏 kick butt and chew bamboo

[freddynunez]

Thank you that is an ass kicker. What a perfect way to do these squats thank you.😊

[danielvillarreal]

This looks great and I’m going to work it into my regimen. Do you have any videos that teach how to condition the seiza seating position that’s popular in Japanese martial arts? I find it difficult to do because it causes lots of pain in the area where my shin meets the front of my foot.

[jamesdolan]

Just subscribed. Remember you from years ago. Read your articles.

[trumpeteer]

Gonna definitely give these a try. Unfortunately, I had to retire the Hindu squats after I keep throwing my lower back out thanks to an old injury. Still crushing the Hindu push-ups, and back bridge. Actually seems my thighs got bigger from doing more back bridging. In total, I bridge for about 45 min a week; doing long holds and short ones throughout the days.

[dmtjnani]

Too cool & works perfectly for me. Aum & Oss

[andyspacey]

Its great to see you make this video. I have been following your work since the early years when they where in book format, and DVDS. I am know by the locals as the crazy guy with the stick. I have been using and teaching ancient methods using the Bo Staff, AKA a strong wooden stick and this one is on the tops of the list. There is also the version with two sticks, that you planted behind and sit back.

[Sawpainter_td]

I hope you read your older comments... I became a couch potato over the winter. I have steps everywhere in my house, so I wasn't totally bad. But: Now that summer us coming, I have weekend warrior syndrome. My legs, knees, lower back everything hurts. I would stretch everyday and stand on one foot and raise the leg, I have very strong legs. I'm in my 60s but feel crappy. I can now whine with the best of them. I did very little exercising during the winter. But, I want to get back my strength. Can I do this exercise to help shake off my pathetic winter laziness. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you!

[MichaelsGarage]

Are these a suitable replacement for a Hindu Squat if I would want some variation in my routine? Is one going to be better than the other?

[Alexander]

This is tremendously helpful. Thank you

[ericmalitz]

In short we’d call this pole technique a regression for a VMO (or true Hack) squat. Well minus the last part where your knees go down.