Legion Athletics
Oct 4, 2026
5 squat alternatives for sore knees
Ways to train your legs that may feel more comfortable.
Why it works
- Open with a recognizable training problem, then offer a practical alternative to make the advice immediately relevant.
- Use one specific exercise as a preview before linking to a fuller guide.
- Keep the main educational message distinct from secondary sales and rewards links.
How it is built
- Knee discomfort setup
- Exercise example
- Guide call to action
- Founder sign-off
- Supplement sale postscript
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Hey there, If back squats bother your knees, you have other ways to build strong, muscular legs. Exercises that require less weight or less knee bending may feel more comfortable. Take the dumbbell step-up. It trains your quads, hamstrings, and glutes without requiring the heavy loads used in barbell squats. It’s one of five alternatives worth considering. I break down why each can work and how to perform it here: See the 5 Squat Alternatives Enjoy! Mike Matthews Founder of Legion P.S. Training at home? Two of these squat alternatives require only dumbbells and a little floor space. Find them in the guide. P.P.S. Wanna get buy one get one 50% off savings on my naturally sweetened and flavored sports supplements? Go here to see what's on sale right now: ⇒ https://legionathletics.com Want to earn cash back on every purchase you make? Click here to learn how. Already have a rewards account? Click here to view your point balance. To update your email preferences, click here. To unsubscribe, click here. Legion Athletics, Inc. 601 Cleveland St. 3rd Floor, Suite 300 Clearwater, FL 33755