Squat depth - is below parallel necessary or is it ego? Genuinely asking

[GymRat42]

This is reassuring. I was beating myself up over not ATG squatting.

[RestRuler]

ATG is a flex, not a requirement. A controlled squat to a depth you own, loaded progressively, builds great legs. Chasing depth you can't control just buys you a tweaked back.

[GymRat42]

Appreciate all the input. Widening stance, trying a heel, working ankle mobility, and squatting the depth I control for now. Thanks team.

[TechniqueTitan]

That's the right call. The depth will come. Strong and healthy beats deep and rounded every time.