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The squat is sometimes called the king of exercises, because of its exceptional ability to improve speed and strengthen the lower body, back, and core muscles. Alyx Walkinshaw, a fitness instructor at Railyard Fitness in Santa Fe, walks us through a workout to help develop the perfect squat technique.