Stretching During Pole Practice

So I've been really slacking on stretching. I go through different bouts of being really determined, but as soon as I lose interest I go a week without stretching and end up being back at square one. I just haaaaate rolling out my yoga mat and lying there stretching. I find it so boring and I'm having a really hard time staying on top of it. So, I was wondering if any of you stretch during your practice by doing certain moves? Like, I would rather work on my splits by practicing the Russian Splits on the pole, or work on my back by doing back bends or elbow stands. As long as I hold the moves for 20-30 seconds it's the same as stretching, right? I'm trying to find ways that I know I will help with my flexibility but still have fun. Do any of you do this? What are your favourite moves to help with your bendiness?