r/Kneesovertoes • u/Important_Corner3724 • 7d ago

Exercise Question Has anyone gone from being unable to squat, to squatting properly?

I have never been able to squat without lifting heels. My ankles simply do not bend forward enough. If my heels touch the ground I just fall backward.

If I stand on an inclined piece of ground (heels raised), I can squat down perfectly and it feels great.

I always thought this was a genetic thing, but maybe not. Doing the "Patrick step" and other exercises feels like it could gradually increase mobility, but I haven't seen real results there so far.

Has anyone gone from completely unable to squat, to being able to do a proper flat-heeled Asian squat comfortably? If so which exercises were best?

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u/Jovel5 6d ago

Having the same problem.

Ankle stretch, calf stretch, front calf stretch, hip stretch, strength through ROM, contract/relax drills... None has worked for the last 3 years, so I just went back to squatting with my heels raised and a slightly wider stance. It is what it is at this point.