Air Squats (Arms Forward)

Are deep squats safe for me?  Are they good for me? 
Check out the research below!

Welch et al. BMJ 2015: Free weight training (squats/deadlifts) helped reduce lumbar parspinal fatty infiltration associated with lower back pain.

Strength and Conditioning Journal 34(2):p 34-36, April 2012: "research does not support the contention that full squats are detrimental to those with healthy knee function. Given that deep squatting confers a number of important benefits, including greater muscle activation and development, improved functional capacity, and better athletic performance, there is little reason to avoid this exercise provided no medical contraindications exist."

Hartmann H, Wirth K, Klusemann M. Analysis of the load on the knee joint and vertebral column with changes in squatting depth and weight load. Sports Med. 2013 Oct;43(10):993-1008.: Provided that technique is learned accurately under expert supervision and with progressive training loads, the deep squat presents an effective training exercise for protection against injuries and strengthening of the lower extremity. Contrary to commonly voiced concern, deep squats do not contribute increased risk of injury to passive tissues.

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