stretch ?

Interesting... although one of the running coaches at Seattle Fit said something similar. Basically,  it's better to run around a bit than stand and stretch.. .HOWEVER... my lower back does appreciate a good touch-the-toes stretch before a run :) 

Next time you are chasing a PR at a race, you might consider skipping the popular standing quadriceps stretch. In a recent study published in theJournal of Strength and Conditioning Research, researchers found that static stretches like these actually decreased leg power. So instead of holding your usual stretches for 30 seconds, opt for more dynamic stretches like lunges or head for a warm-up jog to fire up your muscles.--Jeana Durst