CrossFit air squats are ideal for you, if you are looking for core strength training, muscle strengthening and a good cardiovascular workout.
The torso should remain in a vertical position and eyes fixed straight ahead. It prevents the speed of the exercise getting you dizzy or disorientated.
You would do well to push your knees forward a bit. Moving your knees forward is just fine and will allow you to keep a more upright torso..
Stand with your feet spread apart at a distance slightly wider than the shoulders. Plant your feet firmly on the ground with your weight on the heels to prevent yourself from rolling up onto the balls of your feet.
Place arms straight out in front of your chest. The arms should be in a comfortable position as they prevent you from falling forward due to the motion of the exercise. You can hold the hands together or apart.
Bend both knees so they come out slightly, this means lowering your hips down in a straight line. Ensure the spine is straight at all times.
The entire torso region should remain in a vertical position and keep your eyes fixed straight ahead. It prevents the speed of the exercise getting you dizzy or disorientated.
Stand back up straight with the knees slightly bent as you come up out of the squat position. Your arms are still out in front of you.
Repeat the air squats at a medium pace for at least one set of 20 repetitions.
This exercise is not for you if you have a heart condition.
People with weak backs and knees should refrain from attempting this exercise.
