Elevated squats work your quads and glutes while helping improve lower-body strength, balance, and stability.
Building squat strength and explosive power are two different challenges. Turning that strength into a powerful jump takes speed too.
To dunk, I need to put 585 lb of force into the floor within 0.2 seconds.
This squat gets me 97% of the way there on strength.
I'm working on explosiveness. I'm still on the ground too long when jumping.
Side note: this is the most I've ever squatted.
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Your ankles play a bigger role in lower body training than most people realize. Better mobility can make squatting feel much smoother.
Your feet and ankles are the foundation of almost every movement you make.
But how often do you actually train them?
This routine focuses on 3 things many people overlook:
Ankle mobility – Improve how your ankles move, especially when squatting and stepping.
Ankle strength – Build stronger calves and better control through different ranges of motion.
Toe strength – Develop foot stability and control that support balance and movement.
Your feet do more than carry your body weight. They help absorb impact, maintain balance, and transfer force through your entire body.
Don't just train your legs. Give your feet and ankles the attention they deserve.
Strong movement starts from the ground up. 👣












