He makes sure the little waves pull back before they can touch his toes.

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"The way we were taught to stretch, to try to touch your toes -- there's little evidence it prevents injuries, " Hutchinson said.

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Static stretching is when you stay in place, bend over to touch your toes, or try to pull your ankles towards your hips.

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