squat form w/ tight calves

[jimsiff]

I'm just getting back into lifting after a long time away. I've always been somewhat inflexible, especially in my calves. I'm working on this, and hopefully it will improve.

When I do squats, I can't keep my feet planted through the full range of motion. I end up on the balls of my feet at the bottom of each rep. I can do squats like this, but stability is not optimal. Besides working on my flexibility, is there anything I can do to give me more stability?

Thanks for any tips...,

[dyeguy1212]

try using a smith machine for a while ad see if that does anything for ya

[gymNut]

I put a very thin plate (like 2.5 pounders) under each heel when squatting. This helps a lot - give it a try.