Strong legs make everyday life feel easier. Getting out of a chair, stepping into the shower, walking across a parking lot, climbing a curb, carrying groceries, all of that asks your legs to do steady work. But squats aren’t the only way to build that strength. They’re not even the best starting point for many older adults. If squats bother your knees, make you feel unsteady, or just don’t feel right, you’ve still got plenty of safe options. The goal is simple: build strength