Most people have tightness and/or restriction in soft tissues on the front of their ankles, which causes stiffness in the joint. Even though this week's stretch goes in the opposite direction from what the foot/ankle needs to move for a squat, loosening up this area of the foot and ankle can improve your dorsiflexion motion for your squat.
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