Should my feet be straight when I squat?
Should my feet be straight when I squat? During the squat, the entire lower extremity, including the thigh, lower leg, and foot should be in a straight line to optimize loading potential.
Why do feet turn out in squat?
A few common reasons why the feet turn out during a squat are (1.) a lack of mobility of the ankle and (2.) overactive (tight) calf muscles.
Should I squat on my toes?
When doing a squat, glance down at your toes. The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) says your feet should be shoulder-width apart with your toes pointing forward, not out.
Why is knees over toes good?
Knees-over-toes is promoted heavily as the solution to knee pain in athletes, particularly in the jumping sports where patellofemoral pain is common. Unfortunately, not all cases of patellofemoral pain respond well to deeper knee flexion via squatting and lunging.
