i only had to read a few responses to realise where this thread was going...
Did you ask the lady WHY squats are bad for you? Some people get back pain from squats (more likely if the wrong technique is used - obviously)...Before everyone takes a s hit on what she said consider that.
we take a **** at what she said because she dident give any reasons. She said they were bad. period. Alot of stuff is bad for you if you have a bad back. Walking is bad for you if you have a broken leg, that doesnt mean walking is bad for everyone.