Author: Miss Cellania / Source: Neatorama
The flat-footed squat is often called the “Asian squat” because it is common in Asia and essential for using a squat toilet. The position allows one to sit anywhere without getting snow or mud on one’s pants. But people all over the world do it, as evidenced by Norwegian golfer Suzann Pettersen, pictured above.
It’s not common among adults in the US, although children can squat with their heels down easily. The squat requires flexibility of the hips, knees, and particularly the ankles, which we may lose by having…The post Why Can’t Everyone Do the ‘Asian Squat’? appeared first on FeedBox.