The myth: Stretching before a workout prevents injury.
The truth: Long, still stretches before lifting don’t clearly prevent injury. They can also make you a little weaker for that workout. A moving warm-up works better.
Do this: Walk for 3 minutes. Then do 2 light sets of your first exercise.
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This is general information, not medical advice.