While the basics of strength training like squats and deadlifts are important, they aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Read more on why the basics work until they don’t.

If you can’t go into more dorsiflexion, your calves and quads won’t be in an advantageous position to deadlift.

Everything you do in the gym is mobility training, but not everything you do in the gym gives you better mobility.