Are you flexible? The touch touch is the ultimate test of flexibility. Itβs one of the main stretches weβre taught early on in life. Itβs simple but has a complex range of benefits! For starters, touching your toes stretches your hamstrings, calves, and lower back. It aids in circulation and muscle elasticity. It also helps prevent injury and muscle cramps throughout daily activities You should, however, ease your way into this stretch. You can easily injure yourself if you push yourself too hard.