Cossack Squats Hurt Your Knees? Start Here.

If you’ve ever looked at a Cossack squat and thought: “I could never.” “That’d hurt my knees.” You’re not alone. Cossack squats aren’t the problem - jumping straight to the full movement is. In this video, I’ll show you how to build up to Cossack squats using a box or bench, so you can improve hip mobility, knee comfort, and lower body strength without beating your joints up. This progression is especially helpful if you: • Feel stiff in your hips or ankles • Have knee concerns • Want to move better without forcing painful positions 👉 Start where you are. Earn the depth. 🔔 Want simple, joint-friendly kettlebell training? Join the Happy Kettlebelling Club for approachable workouts, mobility-focused programming, and real-world strength you can stick with: 👉 happykettlebelling.club/jointheclub Train with the kettlebells I use: I train with REP Fitness kettlebells - solid quality, great feel, and built to last. 👉 https://www.repfitness.com/#65138a68c... Let me know in the comments: What movement have you been avoiding because it “looks bad for your knees”?