Stretching before running is important to keep you safe from injury, make your workout easier, and help you experience fewer strains and sore muscles. If you try to run without stretching out your muscles first, you will not get the best results from your workout. But, like everything else, there are both good and bad ways to give your muscles a stretch before a run. In this video, we learn three simple exercises that can prepare you to hit the streets, as well as tips for making your stretching routine more manageable and effective. Some common mistakes that people commonly make are also highlighted, increasing the effectiveness of your routine