It’s okay to stretch just to stretch. Here’s what research says about static stretching, what it can do well, and how to use it smarter.

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Struggling with deadlifts hurting your back or feeling loose in your upper body? This quick tip on shoulder and lat engagement can help you stay tighter, shift the load to your hips, and improve your deadlift form—whether you're doing RDLs or pulling from the floor.