The “Knees Over Toes” Trend: Is Extreme Ankle Mobility Actually Safe?
If you spend time in the fitness corners of TikTok or YouTube, you have undoubtedly seen the “Knees Over Toes” movement. Popularized by the Athletic Truth Group (ATG), this training philosophy encourages athletes to push their knees far past their toes during squats and lunges. The goal? To build extreme ankle dorsiflexion (upward bending) and “bulletproof” the lower body against sports injuries.

