Definition
The pre-workout ritual where you contort your body into various shapes while pretending it prevents injury, or the deliberate elongation of skeletal muscles to improve flexibility and reduce the feeling of being a rusty tin man. Despite decades of debate, the science on whether stretching actually prevents injuries remains hilariously inconclusive. What's certain is that skipping it guarantees you'll feel 85 years old the next morning.
Example Usage
After neglecting stretching for six months, Jake discovered muscles he didn't know existed when he tried to tie his shoes.
Source: Common fitness and sports terminology
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