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Yeah, I've tried with plates under my heels. Helped a bit. My mobility is quite good, but my core strength is probably lacking.
@JWestland: Goal is just general fitness. I'm not looking for the 1/2/3/4 plate lifts (yet).
Stick with the front squats but try squatting with a raised heel either weightlifting shoes or metal 2.5 kg plates under your heels . This will allow you to squat deeper through increased ankle mobility and also to maintain a more upright chest position . A front squat requires more conrol through your abs and mobility in the upper thoracic so you should stick with at as you will lean forward even more in a regular squat effectively turning the movement into a good morning . Look up some squat mobility drills on Youtube, Kelly Starretts channel has lots of good information but to get you started try this simple drill -
https://youtu.be/CjeZkpeiNPw