By JP CatanzaroOriginally published: September 23, 2014 – Updated for 2025 Want to boost flexibility, prevent injuries, and optimize performance? Stretching is an essential tool—but only if done correctly. Follow these key do’s and don’ts to stretch smarter, not harder. The Do’s of Effective Stretching ✅ Use Static Stretching to Maintain Flexibility Static stretching (e.g.,…