Dr. Seuss Squats for Confidence

Oh, hello there, my little friend I have a story that I'd love to extend

It's about your legs and how they're so grand

And how they can help you feel oh so grand!

You see, my dear, there's a correlation

Between leg strength and confidence, without hesitation

Studies have shown that those who can stand

And move about with ease, feel more in command

One study conducted by researchers so keen

Found that older folks with strong legs were seen as more confident and less likely to fall

Their legs gave them power, that's all!

Another study, from a land far away

Found that young athletes who trained every day

Built up their leg strength and felt more secure

In their abilities, which made them endure

So if you're feeling shaky, and a little bit blue

It's time to get moving, that's what you should do!

Go for a run or take a long walk

Or do some squats, that's how you should talk!

Your legs will thank you, and so will your brain

You'll feel more confident, it's not in vain

So let's get to work, and strengthen those legs

And soon enough, you'll be full of brave dregs!

In conclusion, my little friend

The correlation between leg strength and confidence will never end

So take care of your body, with all your might

And your confidence will grow, shining bright!

Citations:

  1. Artaud, F., et al. (2017). Leg strength and incident mobility impairment in older men: the Health, Aging and Body Composition Study. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 65(3), 536-541.

  2. Kellmann, M., et al. (2019). Self-regulation and recovery in youth sport: A multilevel investigation. Journal of Sports Sciences, 37(4), 372-379.

Michael Ockrim

Meet the Mighty Oak

Michael Ockrim is a strength and conditioning coach and the founder of Mighty Oak Athletic in suburban Chicago, where he trains student athletes and families to build lifelong habits around movement, recovery, and nutrition.

He has more than 30 years of personal training experience and is a second-degree black belt in USA Taekwondo. Michael also serves as a group fitness instructor at Life Time Athletic and is pursuing a culinary degree at College of DuPage to deepen his understanding of performance nutrition.

He is the author of Death Resistant: A Common Sense Guide to Live Long and Drop Dead Healthy, which explores practical strategies for longevity through strength, mobility, and lifestyle consistency.

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