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Thesquatis one of the most ubiquitous andbeneficial movesin fitness.

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There are so manydifferent types of squats.

But for those of us who cant squat, what are we supposed to do?

Its frustrating that I cant squat like I used to.

Woman walking on a treadmill at the gym.

There are times when I feel completely alone and abandoned.

But I take a deep breath and remind myself that this workout is also for me.

My fitness life was not always so limited.

Full body female athlete in sportswear using rowing machine during fitness workout in gym.

I am aformer professional dancer, NASM-certified personal trainer, and long-time group fitness instructor.

In 2009, I was hit and run over by a bus.

My right leg was crushed and nearly amputated.

Happy woman dancing and listening to music near a green empty wall outdoor in the city.

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All the bones in the other leg were severely broken.

The skin was destroyed from tire burn.

After months in the burn ICU, my right leg was literally rebuilt.

Healthy female training in the gym, performing a hip thrust.

I have new skin from my ankle to my inner thigh.

Still, there was a lot of trial and error.

Frequently, I find myself shouting at my phone, What about me?

A young black woman doing post-run stretches in the park on the road amidst green grass and trees.

I know Im not alone.

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Second progression:Lift the arms straight up throughout the exercise.

This will encourage more core engagement.

Third progression:Bridge with one leg straight up in the air.

(Just remember to then switch sides.)

Hip thrusts:

This is one of my favorites for building strength in the glutes and hamstrings.

First progression: Place a weight or body bar on the top of your pelvis.

Be sure to keep your core engaged to support the pelvis.

Second progression:Extend one leg straight out on the ground.

Keep the second foot straight on the floor, with the knee at a 90-degree bend.

Drop the pelvis from this position.

Be sure to keep the hips square and the abs engaged.

Remember to switch legs after one to three sets.

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