Squats are the king of exercises for weight loss, say fitness experts

Fitness experts suggest squats for weight loss, weight gain or to get a toned body, it is very essential to get the right form while doing it. Once you have mastered the art of squatting, you’ll see results around your thighs, glutes, calves, and seat. So this is the reason why squat is called king of exercises. It helps engage all the core muscle groups, increase stability and strength.


Yashwant Pratap fitness trainer said, “Many people squat above parallel and do not go deep enough to positively impact the legs and thigh muscles. In fact, staying above the parallel limits will hurt your knees. So, make sure your thighs are parallel to the ground.”


Smitha Shetty fitness expert said, “It is important to engage your core while performing squats. Engaging the core will help tone your thighs, calf and will work on your abs too.”

Abbas Ali, Reebok master trainer quipped, “First inhale and inflate your lungs before you start the rep, then exhale once you’re done with the rep.”