Are deep squats really bad for your knees? Or is that one of the biggest myths in fitness? 🧐 In this episode of The PTCH Podcast, Dr. Jason Young, DC, and Dr. Kathy Lynch, DPT, break down the truth behind the “don’t let your knees go past your toes” rule. Spoiler: your knees were built to bend — and avoiding full range of motion might actually make you weaker and more injury-prone.
We dig into what the science says about:
Whether deep squats actually cause knee damage or osteoarthritis
The role of biomechanics, mobility, and proper form in joint health
How strength training and load management protect cartilage
Why so many coaches still teach outdated squat cues
The difference between knee pain from bad form vs. bad information
If you lift, run, jump, or just want your joints to last a lifetime, this episode is a must-watch. Learn how to move smarter, lift safer, and train without fear.
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