#52 - Functional Anatomy of the Foot & Ankle in Barbell Training with Dr. John Petrizzo, PT, PRSCC, CSCS, SSC

Are you wondering if you need to fix your ankle mobility to squat better, if you should wear orthotics when lifting weights, or why specific shoes help you lift weights? Understanding how the foot and ankle function is important for making specific decisions about your feet and ankles in barbell training.    The feet are our connection to the ground and our base of support and force transfer in all movements involving our feet and the ground. Because of this, the foot and ankle are quite complex, have a lot of movement, and have many bones, muscles, and joints to produce a stable and flexible base for human movement. As such, the foot and ankle are susceptible to injury outside of barbell training and powerlifting rather than because of it.   Most foot and ankle issues that impede someone's ability to barbell train generally come from issues or injuries that occur outside of training. In most cases, it's possible to continue to train even with injuries or limitations to the foot or ankle.   In this episode of the PRS Podcast, we discuss: The general functional anatomy of the ankle and foot How much ankle mobility do you need to barbell squat, and what to do about it How your ability to walk relates to barbell training and squat Flexible versus stiff feet The pros and cons of arch support And much more   If you're a chiropractor, physical therapist, medical doctor, strength coach, or student clinician, this episode is a great review and application tutorial regarding the foot and ankle in barbell training.   Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Overcoming a Hip Fracture and Squat Fails (Article) #41 - Femoroacetabular Impingement, A Labral Tear, & A Hip Fracture: Coach Rori's Story of 5 Nationals, 4 Arnolds, & 2 World Championships Without Surgery (Podcast)     If you're enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review on Apple or Spotify.   Join our Facebook Community for free form checks, live Q&As & more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PRS.Barbell.Mastery    Got questions or guests you'd like to hear on the show? Submit them here: https://forms.gle/7Vu2HmgHoeQY9xM59    Get in touch with the show! Web: https://www.progressiverehabandstrength.com Email: [email protected] Rori IG: @rorimegan_prs Alyssa IG: @alyssahope_prs