Weightlifters and powerlifters struggling with heel lift or limited depth during squats due to restricted ankle dorsiflexion.
Estimated Daily Calories
2400 kcal
Protein Target
"Prioritize soft tissue work on the soleus before dynamic stretching; a tight soleus is often the primary mechanical bottleneck preventing the knee from tracking forward over the toes."
If your heels lift off the ground when you squat without weight, or if your torso leans excessively forward to compensate for a lack of forward knee travel, your ankle dorsiflexion is likely the limiting factor.
Weightlifting shoes with a raised heel act as a mechanical crutch by reducing the amount of dorsiflexion required, but they do not fix the underlying mobility restriction. Use them as a tool while simultaneously working on your ankle range of motion.
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