1. Stretch only to the point where you feel tightness or resistance to the stretch or perhaps some discomfort. Stretching should not be painful. 

2. Always stretch slowly and with control. 

3. Hold Stretches for at least 30 second repeating 3 times

4. Be sure to continue normal breathing during a stretch. Do not hold your breath.

5. Be sure to warm muscles with exercise, warn water or another heat application before stretching