Is it ok if I stretch during my off days?

I’m doing 5 on 2 off and was wondering if I can do some JAI stretches maybe once or twice during the days.

I do JAI’s every morning in the shower. I wouldn’t do anything too hardcore because it is a rest day. I read in a magazine somewhere that to maintain flexibility people need to stretch everyday.

If you are planning to take a day off, then take the day completely off. IMHO JAI’s are way to intense to do on an ‘off’ day. If you want to do some GENTLE/LIGHT pulling in the shower those days I don’t see a problem with that. However, JAI’s on an off day to me would mean it is an ‘on’ day because of their intensity. Remember, an off day is a day away from all PE- it is OK just to rest every once in a while- this isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon :)

I think it’s good to do gentle hand stretches on the days off to ensure that the stretched ligs etc heal in the extended state.