Ankle mobility cues for hitting parallel on back squats without heel elevation?
My heels tend to lift when squatting below parallel. What dynamic warmups or foot stance adjustments help improve dorsiflexion?
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Try widening your stance slightly (shoulder-width or wider) and flaring your toes 25-30 degrees outward. Pair this with banded ankle dorsiflexion distractions and weighted calf stretches before squat sessions.